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3rd grade math task cards for Easel Activities

Preview of Multi-Step Math Word Problem Task Cards - Print and Digital - Story Problems

Multi-Step Math Word Problem Task Cards - Print and Digital - Story Problems

Created by
Rachel Lynette
32 Multi-step Word Problems Task Cards (print or digital) for multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction. There are also some cards that involve money, measurement, or elapsed time.WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:32 Task Cards (prints 4 to a page)Black-lineColorRecording SheetsAnswer KeysDIGITAL:Google Slides - with Audio SupportEasel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintChallenge Card to extend the lessonMultiple versions of the recording sheet includedWith or without Audio Support
Preview of Lines and Angles, 2D Shapes, Area and Perimeter Geometry Task Cards

Lines and Angles, 2D Shapes, Area and Perimeter Geometry Task Cards

Created by
Kristin Kennedy
Looking for geometry practice that's way more fun than a worksheet? These geometry task cards can be used for math centers, guided math, independent practice, morning work, or homework.This download includes:⭐32 geometry task cards⭐An Easel-compatible digital version of the task cards⭐A student recording sheet⭐An answer key⭐A bonus 6-question printable AND digital assessmentDownload the preview to see ALL the task cards up close.Here are the skills included: Cards 1-8: Identify the polygon (para
Preview of Math Word Problem Task Cards Multiplication & Division Story Problems Logic

Math Word Problem Task Cards Multiplication & Division Story Problems Logic

Created by
Rachel Lynette
Use these 32 word problems task cards to reinforce multiplication and division problem-solving skills. This is a skill that students need lots of practice with, so look no further!WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:32 Task Cards (prints 4 to a page)Black-lineColorRecording SheetsAnswer KeysDIGITAL:Google SlidesEasel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintChallenge Card to extend the lessonMultiple versions of the recording sheet includedGreat for 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO S
Preview of Elapsed Time Word Problems Math Task Cards Worksheet Assessment Scoot

Elapsed Time Word Problems Math Task Cards Worksheet Assessment Scoot

Created by
Fishyrobb
Elapsed time can be one of the hardest 3rd grade math standards to teach. This set provides students with much-needed practice in solving elapsed time word problems.Includes:Multiple-Choice Task CardsOpen-Response Task CardsWorksheet/AssessmentDigital activities➡️ No color printer? No problem! These materials are provided in both color, as pictured, and black and white versions.TASK CARDSEach task card has a short word problem that requires students to determine the elapsed time, the beginning t
Preview of Telling Time to the Nearest 5 Minutes Task Cards -  Multiple Choice - Clock

Telling Time to the Nearest 5 Minutes Task Cards - Multiple Choice - Clock

Created by
Rachel Lynette
Practice telling time to the nearest 5 minutes with these 32 multiple choice task cards!  Your students will be great at reading a clock in no time! Includes a self-checking Easel Activity! WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:32 Task Cards (prints 4 to a page)Black-lineColorRecording SheetsAnswer KeysDIGITAL:Google SlidesEasel Activity - Self-CheckingDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintChallenge Card to extend the lessonGreat for 2nd or 3rd grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE A LOT MORE!NOTE: This reso
Preview of Measuring Angles With a Protractor Task Cards

Measuring Angles With a Protractor Task Cards

Created by
Kristin Kennedy
Looking for measuring angles with a protractor practice that's way more fun than a worksheet and doesn't require the use of real protractors? These measuring angles task cards can be used for math centers, guided math, independent practice, morning work, or homework.This download includes:⭐24 measuring angles with a protractor task cards⭐A duplicate set with protractors in black and white to save your ink⭐A student recording sheet⭐An answer key⭐A bonus 6-question printable AND digital assessment
Preview of 3rd Grade Area & Perimeter Task Cards Missing Side Measurement

3rd Grade Area & Perimeter Task Cards Missing Side Measurement

Created by
Fishyrobb
These area and perimeter task cards are a great way to practice finding the length of an unknown side.Each card has a picture of a real life object. Some of the dimensions are labeled but one is missing (indicated by a ?). The questions provide either the total area or perimeter and ask students to find the length of the missing side. Includes:20 area and perimeter task cardsrecording sheetanswer keydigital versionThe task cards are provided in 2 different formats:1/4 page - For individual stude
Preview of WH Questions Visual Task Cards with Symbols (Autism and Special Education)

WH Questions Visual Task Cards with Symbols (Autism and Special Education)

These 200 task cards work on comprehension and answering specific WH questions (who, what, when, and where) given a symbol supported sentence. Each question type has a symbol to help students know what is being asked and students will the correct answer from a field of 3 symbols. WH Question Posters explaining the different types of questions are included to help.Mix them up or work on question types separately!No reading is required due to visuals on every task cards, so that non-readers can u
Preview of Counting Money Mixed Coins Task Cards Scoot Math Practice Activities 2nd Grade

Counting Money Mixed Coins Task Cards Scoot Math Practice Activities 2nd Grade

Created by
Fishyrobb
Counting money is an important math and life skill that requires a lot of practice. These task cards target that skill and help students learn to count coins up to one dollar. Each card shows a mix of coins including pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters. Students must count them to determine the total.This set includes:28 task cardsrecording sheetanswer keydigital task cardsdigital assessmentThe task cards are provided in 2 different formats:1/4 page - For individual student use or small groups
Preview of Equivalent Fractions Game 3rd Grade Math Worksheet Task Cards Activities

Equivalent Fractions Game 3rd Grade Math Worksheet Task Cards Activities

Created by
Fishyrobb
This set of games, task cards, and worksheet is designed to help students understand and identify basic equivalent fractions using visual models. It is aligned to 3rd grade math standards.EQUIVALENT FRACTIONS GAMEStudents match up pairs of cards that show the same fractional part. Guide lines are included on the fraction circles to help students see equivalence. This can be played as a concentration/memory type game or used for a simple matching activity. Includes 30 equivalent fractions cards -
Preview of Word Problems Snack Shack Money Math Task Cards Fun & Real World Learning

Word Problems Snack Shack Money Math Task Cards Fun & Real World Learning

Created by
Rachel Lynette
Mix word problems and money math together and add a bit of fun, and you get these task cards! These math problems will create great student engagement!WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:32 Task Cards (prints 4 to a page)Black-lineColorRecording SheetsOrdering SheetsSnack Shack MenusAnswer KeysDIGITAL:Google SlidesEasel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or Print3 Challenge Cards to extend the lessonMultiple versions of the recording sheet includedGreat for 3rd or 4th grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO S
Preview of Measuring Length to the Nearest Quarter Inch Worksheets Measurement Activities

Measuring Length to the Nearest Quarter Inch Worksheets Measurement Activities

Created by
Fishyrobb
Learning to measure length to the quarter inch is hard, especially when a ruler is marked in eighths or sixteenths! This resource teaches students how to measure to the nearest quarter inch using any ruler by relating it to what they already know about fractions. This unique approach will have your students measuring accurately in no time!Includes:step-by-step Powerpoint mini lessonmeasuring task cardsmeasurement worksheetsanswer keysdigital activitiesPOWERPOINT LESSONThis lesson walks students
Preview of Multiplicative Comparison Word Problem Task Cards Multiplication Story Problems

Multiplicative Comparison Word Problem Task Cards Multiplication Story Problems

Created by
Rachel Lynette
Multiplicative comparisons are tricky! These 32 multiplication word problem task cards are here to help with engaging story problems for all students.WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:32 Task Cards (prints 4 to a page)Black-lineColorRecording SheetsAnswer KeysDIGITAL:Google SlidesEasel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintChallenge Cards to extend the lessonGreat for 3rd or 4th grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE A LOT MORE! This resource is part of amoney-saving bundle</a>!This bundle i
Preview of Multiplication and Division Fact Families Task Cards and Google Slides

Multiplication and Division Fact Families Task Cards and Google Slides

Created by
Hooty's Homeroom
Do your students need help relating multiplication and division? Check out these multiplication and division fact family task cards. This engaging activity helps students visualize multiplication and division concepts while making math practice fun. You get 24 interactive Google Slides and 24 printable task cards to provide a variety of options to suit your classroom needs.Foster conceptual understanding!By utilizing vibrant arrays and equal group models, this activity promotes a deeper understa
Preview of Fast Food Menu Math (Best Chicken!) for Special Education and Early Elem.

Fast Food Menu Math (Best Chicken!) for Special Education and Early Elem.

Created by
NOODLENOOK
Fast Food Menu Math is the perfect addition to your math centers- and the best part is with three levels of math menus, the task cards can be made appropriate for all the students in your multi-leveled math class… there is even a word problem bonus for your early finishers! You will love the ease of this activity and your students will LOVE eating out at their favorite restaurants!Have your Math Centers gotten bland? Have your students lost interest? Are you looking for a differentiated activity
Preview of Math Money Word Problems 4th 5th Grade Story Problems Practice Task Cards Games

Math Money Word Problems 4th 5th Grade Story Problems Practice Task Cards Games

You will download 30 money word problems task cards for your 4th grade and 5th grade math students to practice and review solving 2 step story problems with all operations: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. These money math word problems task cards pair well with a decimals unit. You may use the printable money word problems task cards in your 4th or 5th grade math stations or centers for fun practice or review money activities and games, such as a money word problems scavenger
Preview of Balancing One Step Equations Task Cards Solving Addition & Subtraction Balanced

Balancing One Step Equations Task Cards Solving Addition & Subtraction Balanced

Created by
Rachel Lynette
These balancing equations task cards are designed so your students won't feel overwhelmed when being introduced to this important algebraic concept. This is great for beginning number sense and all problems have answers within 20. WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:32 Task Cards (prints 4 to a page)Black-lineColorRecording SheetsAnswer KeysDIGITAL:Google SlidesEasel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintChallenge Card to extend the lessonGreat for 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO
Preview of 2 Digit by 2 Digit Area Model Multiplication Google Slides

2 Digit by 2 Digit Area Model Multiplication Google Slides

Created by
BohmVoyage
This Google Slide is a great tool to use with your students via Google Classroom, Schoology, or any other learning platform! Students will practice using the area model method to multiply 2 digit by 2 digit numbers. This product contains 15 slides that offer a high level of support at the beginning and then move towards more independent solving. See thumbnail images for examples. 5 slides drag and drop 5 slides partial fill in 5 slides complete fill in After purchasingOpen the PDF Click where
Preview of Multiplying Fractions by a Whole Number Word Problem Task Cards - Set of 28

Multiplying Fractions by a Whole Number Word Problem Task Cards - Set of 28

This set of 28 task cards allows students to practice multiplying fractions by a whole number in word problems. These task cards are aligned to 4th and 5th grade Common Core standards. Included: - set of 28 task cards - student recording sheet - answer key These task cards cover Common Core standards: CCSS.Math.Content.4.NF.B.4c Solve word problems involving multiplication of a fraction by a whole number, e.g., by using visual fraction models and equations to represent the problem. CCSS.Ma
Preview of Equivalent Fractions on a Number Line Fraction Games Fraction Task Cards Review

Equivalent Fractions on a Number Line Fraction Games Fraction Task Cards Review

Equivalent Fractions on a Number Line: You will download 30 equivalent fractions task cards for your 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and special education math students to practice and review equivalent fractions on a number line up to twelfths. These equivalent fractions on a number line task cards align with 3rd grade math standards and will supplement your curriculum as an informal pre assessment, test prep, as an extra practice or review activity, or 3rd grade math intervention work.You may use these
Preview of Balancing Equations Task Cards - Addition & Subtraction within 100 w/REGROUPING

Balancing Equations Task Cards - Addition & Subtraction within 100 w/REGROUPING

Created by
Rachel Lynette
These balancing equations task cards are designed so your students won't feel overwhelmed when being introduced to this important algebraic concept. This is great for building number sense and all problems have answers within 100. WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:32 Task Cards (prints 4 to a page)Black-lineColorRecording SheetsAnswer KeysDIGITAL:Google SlidesEasel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintChallenge Card to extend the lessonGreat for 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO
Preview of Adding and Subtracting Mixed Numbers Word Problem Task Cards - Set of 28

Adding and Subtracting Mixed Numbers Word Problem Task Cards - Set of 28

This set of 28 task cards includes adding and subtracting mixed number word problem task cards. Each task card allows students to practice adding and subtracting mixed numbers with like denominators. These task cards are aligned to 4th grade Common Core standards.Includes:- set of 28 task cards- student recording sheet- answer keyThese task cards cover Common Core standard:CCSS.Math.Content.4.NF.B.3d Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions referring to the same whol
Preview of Elapsed Time Word Problem Task Cards DOUBLE SET Math Story Problems

Elapsed Time Word Problem Task Cards DOUBLE SET Math Story Problems

Created by
Rachel Lynette
This resource includes two sets of elapsed time word problem task cards to help your students practice with engaging story problems!WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:64 Task Cards (prints 4 to a page)Black-lineColorRecording SheetsAnswer KeysDIGITAL:2 Google Slides ActivitiesEasel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintDouble SetChallenge Cards to extend the lessonMultiple versions of the recording sheet includedGreat for 3rd or 4th grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE A LOT MORE!This resource is
Preview of Measuring to the Nearest Quarter Inch - Measurement Task Cards & Boom Cards

Measuring to the Nearest Quarter Inch - Measurement Task Cards & Boom Cards

Created by
Hooty's Homeroom
Make measuring length fun and engaging with these measuring to the nearest quarter inch activities. Whether you prefer self-checking measurement Boom Cards or printable measurement task cards, this resource has you covered! Boost your students’ confidence using this measurement practice resource in centers and stations.Measuring length can be a challenging concept for some students, but with multiple experiences and practice, it can be mastered. That's why this resource includes a variety of res
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Find lessons for 3rd grade math | TPT

Importance of learning math skills in 3rd grade

It's no secret that mathematics is a foundational subject for students to learn. Since it forms the basis for many other subjects — like science, engineering, and technology — it's essential that kids develop strong math skills from a young age as it makes them more likely to succeed in other courses in the future.

Benefits of learning 3rd grade math

Learning math in 3rd grade has many benefits. It helps students:

  • Begin to develop problem-solving, logical reasoning, and critical-thinking skills
  • Grow their understanding of numbers and basic operations
  • Understand how math is used in real-life situations

By ensuring that children have a solid foundation, teachers can help set them up for future success

The key concepts for 3rd grade math

Third grade math is an essential component of a child's education, as students will build upon these concepts and skills in subsequent grades. Third grade math covers a wide range of topics, from basic arithmetic to more complex concepts like fractions.

Addition and Subtraction

In 3rd grade, children are expected to build upon and practice the knowledge they learned in the 1st and 2nd grades about addition and subtraction. As 3rd graders, they'll focus on learning how to add and subtract two and three digit numbers.

Multiplication and Division

In 3rd grade, students will start to learn how to multiply and divide numbers up to 100, and begin to learn about the relationship between multiplication and division.

Fractions

Children in 3rd grade will also learn about fractions including how to compare, order, and add and subtract fractions with like denominators.

Geometry

In 3rd grade, students will learn about two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes, and be taught how to solve for a shape's perimeter, area, and/or volume. They'll also learn to identify lines of symmetry in shapes and understand basic transformations like reflection and rotation.

Measurement and Data

Measurement and data are another key concept students will explore in 3rd grade. They'll learn to measure the length, weight, and volume of objects using inches, pounds, and gallons. They'll also learn to interpret and create basic graphs and charts.

Common challenges students face in 3rd grade math

This grade can be challenging for some students. Common challenges include:

  • Difficulty understanding basic math facts
  • Trouble with memorizing multiplication tables
  • Difficulty with word problems
  • Lack of confidence in math abilities

How to find 3rd grade math resources

Educators can save time preparing math lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply search the TPT marketplace for "3rd grade math," and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find print and digital materials that've been proven to work in classrooms around the country. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of math worksheets, lessons, and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.

Frequently asked questions

What types of math resources are available on TPT?

There are many different types of math worksheets, lessons, and activities sold by Sellers on TPT. Some popular math worksheets and resources can be found on topics like: addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, place value, geometry, measurement, fractions, and much more.

What are some good resources for practicing 3rd grade math?

Websites like TPT offer free and paid resources for practicing 3rd grade math.

Why is 3rd grade math important?

Math in 3rd is important because students learn the foundational knowledge they need for future academic success. Additionally, they'll learn the key concepts and skills that are necessary for solving more complex math problems in the future.

What are some common challenges in 3rd grade math?

Common challenges in 3rd grade math include difficulty with basic math facts, struggles with word problems, trouble with memorization, and lack of confidence in math abilities.

How can teachers effectively teach 3rd grade math?

Teachers can effectively teach 3rd graders by providing plenty of opportunities for practice, encouraging student collaboration, making teaching math fun and engaging, and providing regular feedback and recognition.

What are some key concepts taught in 3rd grade math?

Some key concepts taught to 3rd grade students include multiplication and division, fractions, geometry, measurement, and data.

How can I help my students overcome math anxiety?

You can help students overcome math anxiety by providing a supportive and positive environment, breaking down math concepts into manageable chunks, and using real-world examples.

What should I do if my child is struggling with a specific math concept?

If your child is struggling with a specific math concept, you can provide extra support and resources such as worksheets, tutoring, or online educational tools.

Sometimes, visual aids like charts, graphs, and manipulatives can help children understand abstract concepts better. The use of visuals can help explain math concepts to kids and better engage them in their learning.

How can I make math fun for students?

Children learn best when they're engaged! Sprinkle a little fun into your math lessons by using games, videos, puzzles, and real-life scenarios. If a child in your class seems to find math boring or uninteresting, you can also try connecting it to their interests or hobbies.