MYP Mathematics “I Can” Statements: Years 1, 3 & 5 | Criteria A–D

Support your MYP Mathematics students with student-friendly “I Can” statements for Criteria A–D across Years 1, 3, and 5! This resource is designed to make the MYP assessment criteria clear, understandable, and actionable for students.
This resource helps students:
- Understand what is expected for each criterion and year level
- Track their progress and reflect on their learning
- Set goals and build confidence in solving problems in both familiar and new contexts
- Make the MYP assessment criteria concrete and meaningful
Why teachers love it:
- Student-friendly “I Can” statements make MYP criteria easy to understand
- Organized by year level and criterion for simple reference
- Perfect for classroom display, student journals, or digital learning
- Supports reflection, goal-setting, self-assessment, and parent communication
Suggested Uses:
- Introduce MYP Math criteria at the start of the year
- Help students track and reflect on their progress
- Support differentiation with clear learning targets
- Encourage independent learning and self-assessment
Make MYP Mathematics criteria clear, student-friendly, and actionable!

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