Math Puzzles: Think Outside the Math Box: Critical Thinking Math Workbook for Gifted and Talented Kids

by Kari Thomas

Ready to challenge young math learners? This math puzzle workbook is designed for kids ages 8–11 who enjoy thinking outside the box, solving challenging problems, and using math in creative ways! Created with gifted and talented students, high-ability learners, and advanced math students in mind, this workbook goes beyond traditional math practice. Students will solve engaging puzzles that build critical thinking, logical reasoning, problem-solving, and perseverance.

Inside this 10 different types of math puzzles132 total puzzlesChallenging problems for advanced and high-ability learnersActivities that encourage critical thinking and strategic thinkingPuzzles that require students to analyze, reason, and problem-solveA complete answer keySkills students will Critical thinkingProblem-solvingLogical and mathematical reasoningStrategic thinkingSpatial reasoningMultiplication and divisionPerseveranceThis book is a great fit Gifted and talented studentsHigh-ability and advanced math learnersAges 8–11Students who enjoy challenging mathHomeschool familiesTeachers, tutors, and gifted education programsEarly finishers who need meaningful math challengesWhether you're a teacher looking to challenge advanced learners or a parent searching for engaging math activities at home, this workbook provides meaningful math challenges that encourage students to think deeper, reason carefully, and stretch their skills.

97 pages, Paperback

Published August 29, 2026

About the author

Kari Thomas is a multi-published author, writing in the Paranormal Romance genre with 9 published books and 4 Shorts. She loves ALL the Romance genres --so she readily admits to being a Book-A-Holic that cant stop buying books!

With a Pirate gg-grandfather, a Royal Coat of Arms, several Psychics, and a Wiccan or two, her family background provides her with alot of Plot ideas!