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3rd grade math resources for GATE under $5

Preview of Project Based Learning: Run A Lemonade Stand (PBL) For Print & Google Classroom

Project Based Learning: Run A Lemonade Stand (PBL) For Print & Google Classroom

Project Based Learning for Math and ELA. Running A Lemonade Stand!This project integrates elements of math, ELA, technology, design, and planning into a student-made final product as they prepare to run a lemonade stand. This project at all of the preparation areas within Sales, Marketing, Organization, and Production that must be accounted for.There are 20 ACTIVITIES (1 page for each) for students to complete. Each page involves a problem or idea they must solve, recreate, or answer to prepar
Preview of Multiplication and Division CSI Detective Math Mystery The Missing Teacher

Multiplication and Division CSI Detective Math Mystery The Missing Teacher

Created by
Kiwiland
Are you looking for a fun detective math mystery to engage your students in multiplication and division? Then these math activities for you.Capture your students attention with this fun CSI Math Mystery activity by taking them on a journey to solve math problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the possible options by completing the activities and marking them off until one person is left. Who is the missing teacher?This case includes multiplication and division problems up to their 12 times ta
Preview of Project Based Learning: To the Rainforest! (PBL) For Print & Google Classroom

Project Based Learning: To the Rainforest! (PBL) For Print & Google Classroom

Project Based Learning: Discovery in the Rainforest! This project based learning (PBL) activity joins together Science, Math, ELA, Social Studies, and Technology.This project integrates elements of science, math, ELA, social studies, ELA, and technology into a student-made product. It will combine student imagination, creativity, and problem solving skills as they travel through a rainforest.There are 15 activities (1 page for each) for students to complete. Each page involves a problem or id
Preview of Pi Day Activities ⭕ Circle Math and Art Fun for Elementary ⭕

Pi Day Activities ⭕ Circle Math and Art Fun for Elementary ⭕

*BEST SELLER!* Pi Day Activities for elementary? Yes! Even elementary students can understand pi on a basic level and have fun exploring circles! Pi day is March 14th (3/14)! It is such a fun holiday to celebrate math and of course, CIRCLES. Get your MATH on (and art, too) with a variety of worksheets and activities that include circles and pi. Looking for Pi Day activities for upper grades? Head over to Pi Day Pack!✅ What You'll Get ✅What is Pi? Explains pi in a kid-friendly way!Hands-On Pi Exp
Preview of Sequencing Math Logic Puzzles, Early Finisher Activities, Enrichment 2nd Grade

Sequencing Math Logic Puzzles, Early Finisher Activities, Enrichment 2nd Grade

Improve your students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills with these 36 sequencing logic puzzles. Students must use logic and reasoning to create a set of birds on a wire that satisfies all the clues in the puzzle. The activities require them to analyze statements about relationships, evaluate a solution to see if it meets given criteria, explain their reasoning, create more than one solution to a problem, and generate their own problems and solutions. Check out the preview for a c
Preview of STEM Activity Pi Day ➡️ Packaging Engineer Career Exploration Math Challenge ⭕

STEM Activity Pi Day ➡️ Packaging Engineer Career Exploration Math Challenge ⭕

A STEM activity with a career focus that is great for Pi Day or any time! In this hands-on math challenge, students will be packaging engineers for the day as they determine the best arrangement for a set of circles in the various packages! This 2D STEM challenge is a scaled-down, paper version of what real packaging engineers must accomplish with 3D objects and products. This activity ties in well to Pi Day because the objects are all circles! In a 3D version, these objects could be something l
Preview of Tiny House STEM - Floor Plan Design

Tiny House STEM - Floor Plan Design

Tiny House Floor Plan and Budget STEM Challenge- The Tiny House Movement has people building small houses. The demand for Tiny Living homes is big! Have your students design a livable floor plan for a Tiny Home. They must stick to a budget and meet certain requirements. Learning has never been so fun! This STEM focuses on solving a real-world science problem with engineering. It meets NGSS Standards. Please check the preview to see what is included! This STEM activity includes: "The Pro
Preview of CSI Math Mystery Fortnite Game and Activities

CSI Math Mystery Fortnite Game and Activities

Created by
Kiwiland
This CSI Fortnite themed math mystery will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve Multiplication, Division, Addition and Subtraction problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the suspects by completing Fortnite themed activities and marking them off from the suspect list until one person is left. If your students love Fortnite, they will love this.***I have now included an alternative version in including dance moves***I have now included 2 versions as the original mentioned guns
Preview of Summer Math Logic Puzzles - Enrichment Activities for May & June Early Finishers

Summer Math Logic Puzzles - Enrichment Activities for May & June Early Finishers

Created by
Live Laugh Math
Keep students learning and thinking at the end of school year and over the summer with these logic puzzles for practicing critical thinking and basic math skills! Use as math enrichment worksheets for early finishers, a cooperative learning activity, or a math center. Available as a printable resource (PDF) and a digital version (made with Google Slides™).Math Skills Included:- Basic Operations- 2-D Shapes- Logic with Coins and Adding & Comparing Money- Area and Perimeter- Reading Pictograph
Preview of Open Ended Word Problems: Complex, Multi-Step Challenges for Enrichment

Open Ended Word Problems: Complex, Multi-Step Challenges for Enrichment

Prepare your students for state testing in a highly engaging way with the click of the print button. These challenging story problems are perfect for fast finishers, enrichment for the whole class or targeting your gifted students. This resource is by far my best seller, because it instantly engages the students in meaningful problem solving.The problems are deep, multi-step and require perseverance. You will notice that the Standards for Mathematical Practice are embedded within these problem
Preview of Fairy Tale Activity - Hansel and Gretel STEM Challenge

Fairy Tale Activity - Hansel and Gretel STEM Challenge

*Best seller!* Can YOUR students help Hansel and Gretel outsmart the witch? They will need to use their math skills in this fairy tale with a STEM twist! The StoryYour students will help Hansel and Gretel cleverly outwit the witch to set themselves free and trap her instead! Students will need to use basic measurement skills for this project (either estimating dimensions or measuring linear dimensions). You will need STEM building materials such as cardboard, tape, straws, or pipe cleaners. You
Preview of Multiplication & Division Enrichment Activities - Math Menu, Choice Board

Multiplication & Division Enrichment Activities - Math Menu, Choice Board

Created by
Briana Beverly
NO-PREP, 3rd Grade Multiplication & Division Enrichment Projects and ChallengesThis multiplication & division choice board is full of no-prep math challenges - perfect for 3rd grade math classes that need enrichment! Give early finishers the opportunity to explore multiplication and division in a deeper and meaningful way with this math menu! These activities are perfect for extensions for fast finishers .This math menu can be used as a tic-tac-toe board, and is full of 9 highly engaging
Preview of Gifted and Talented Curriculum - Space Unit Third Fourth Fifth Grade

Gifted and Talented Curriculum - Space Unit Third Fourth Fifth Grade

Created by
Tristen Dixon
This unit contains both a printable packet version AND individual JPEG files for each document so that you can easily upload to Google Classroom. Since they are in JPEG format, students should be able to write on the documents in Google Classroom.Additionally, this unit now includes a PARENT INSTRUCTIONS edition that you can easily pass on to parents when students are out of school. The instructions are easy to follow and allow parents to work with students just as you would in the classroom! Th
Preview of PBL Problem Solving Math Project - The Amusement Park - Print & Digital

PBL Problem Solving Math Project - The Amusement Park - Print & Digital

Are you looking for a high-level, engaging math project to use with your students? Finding quality, low-floor high-ceiling math tasks that are engaging and low-prep is tough--but I've got you covered! It's time for students to apply addition, subtraction, and money skills to a real-world math challenge!Do you want flexibility—a math resource that can be used with small enrichment groups or can be tiered so you can use it with your entire class…but at different levels?Do you want your students to
Preview of Gifted and Talented Curriculum - Carnival Roller Coaster Unit Third Fourth Fifth

Gifted and Talented Curriculum - Carnival Roller Coaster Unit Third Fourth Fifth

Created by
Tristen Dixon
This unit contains both a printable packet version AND individual JPEG files for each document so that you can easily upload to Google Classroom. Since they are in JPEG format, students should be able to write on the documents in Google Classroom.Additionally, this unit now includes a PARENT INSTRUCTIONS edition that you can easily pass on to parents when students are out of school. The instructions are easy to follow and allow parents to work with students just as you would in the classroom! Th
Preview of Gifted and Talented Curriculum - Fairy Tale Unit Third Fourth Fifth Grade

Gifted and Talented Curriculum - Fairy Tale Unit Third Fourth Fifth Grade

Created by
Tristen Dixon
This unit contains both a printable packet version AND individual JPEG files for each document so that you can easily upload to Google Classroom. Since they are in JPEG format, students should be able to write on the documents in Google Classroom.Additionally, this unit now includes a PARENT INSTRUCTIONS edition that you can easily pass on to parents when students are out of school. The instructions are easy to follow and allow parents to work with students just as you would in the classroom! Th
Preview of Magic Triangles Math Puzzles Extension Gifted & Talented

Magic Triangles Math Puzzles Extension Gifted & Talented

These Magic Triangles Math Puzzles are perfect extension tasks for gifted and talented students, who thrive on daily challenges and are often deep thinkers. With Google slides, PowerPoint and task cards, in both colour and ink saving black and white, they are sure to save teachers lots of time preparing enrichment activities for their gifted and talented students. This resource is also great for early finishers! What's included in this Magic Triangles Maths Puzzle Extension Task:➤ You will recei
Preview of Place Value Math Menu or Choice Board - Place Value Activities

Place Value Math Menu or Choice Board - Place Value Activities

Created by
Briana Beverly
NO-PREP, 2nd Grade Place Value Enrichment Projects and ChallengesThis place value choice board is full of no-prep math challenges - perfect for 2nd grade math classes that need enrichment! Give early finishers the opportunity to explore these concepts in a deeper and meaningful way with this place value math menu! These activities are perfect for your fast finishers and high flying students.This math menu can be used as a tic-tac-toe board, and is full of 9 highly engaging and cross-curricular e
Preview of Math Enrichment Puzzles Set 3: 1st & 2nd Grade Algebraic Thinking, Number Jars

Math Enrichment Puzzles Set 3: 1st & 2nd Grade Algebraic Thinking, Number Jars

Finding just-right resources for all of our learners is a full time job, especially for my highest group of mathematicians. These are the friends that are working a grade-level (or two) above 1st grade and the ones who sometimes struggle to show growth on District Assessment programs (STAR, MAP, etc.). As teachers, our initial reaction is to say – “Hey, these friends know the first grade content. I’m time to move on.” - only to repeatedly hear from math coaches and administrators – “Don’t teach
Preview of Valentine's Day Math Logic Puzzles - Enrichment for Early Finishers

Valentine's Day Math Logic Puzzles - Enrichment for Early Finishers

Created by
Live Laugh Math
Six Valentine's Day Themed Logic Puzzles for students to practice critical thinking and basic math skills during the February! Use as a Winter-themed activity for early finishers, a cooperative learning activity, or an enrichment math center.Digital version made in Google Slides™ and compatible with Google Classroom™ also included!Math Skills Included:-Basic Operations & Multiples-2-D Shape Characteristics-Add Coins and Money-Round to the Closest 10-Area and PerimeterCheck out the preview fo
Preview of STEM Grading Rubric

STEM Grading Rubric

***PLEASE DO NOT PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT IF YOU ALREADY OWN MY STEM ALL YEAR BUNDLE. IT IS INCLUDED WITHIN THAT PRODUCT.****★STEM ALL YEARThis grading rubric is simple form of student accountability for performance on STEM Challenges and is compatible with any challenge. Both STEM and STEAM versions are included, with editable form fields for you to type in the Challenge and Date on the top.⇒Feedback and FollowersClick the Green ★ to follow my store and get notifications of new product launches a
Preview of Build a Mini Golf Course: Learn Geometry Vocabulary with Real World Math Project

Build a Mini Golf Course: Learn Geometry Vocabulary with Real World Math Project

If your students are struggling to memorize and learn geometry vocabulary, this project will give them real life application, committing those tricky terms to memory! Once students design, draw and build their golf course, there is no need for geometry flashcards anymore, the experience leads to deep learning of the vocabulary. In this math project students design mini golf course holes on paper, buy supplies, and build their design as a model to help them memorize all that tricky geometry vocab
Preview of Math Enrichment Critical Thinking Addition Activities & Logic Puzzles 2nd Grade

Math Enrichment Critical Thinking Addition Activities & Logic Puzzles 2nd Grade

Challenge your high achievers with this set of addition logic puzzles. This set of 36 math logic puzzles comes with 36 addition squares to develop mathematical thinking and reasoning. Set up is quick and easy and your students will be begging for more of these addition squares! Setting up math enrichment in your classroom is vital to supporting your high achieving students. These open ended activities will help students think critically about math. Plus, this additional logic puzzles center is s
Preview of Gifted and Talented Curriculum - Time Travel Unit Third Fourth Fifth

Gifted and Talented Curriculum - Time Travel Unit Third Fourth Fifth

Created by
Tristen Dixon
This unit contains both a printable packet version AND individual JPEG files for each document so that you can easily upload to Google Classroom. Since they are in JPEG format, students should be able to write on the documents in Google Classroom.Additionally, this unit now includes a PARENT INSTRUCTIONS edition that you can easily pass on to parents when students are out of school. The instructions are easy to follow and allow parents to work with students just as you would in the classroom! Th
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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.