3rd grade math simulations for homeschool

Algebra, Graphing, Measurement

Who doesn't love a good mystery?!!!! In this engaging students use a real life scenario to apply scatterplot data of shoe size and height and the line of best fit to capture the correct suspect. This product has lots of great reviews! Many middle school math teachers state this was a great way to review the concept of line of best fit and scatterplots. Aligned to CCSSM8.SP.A.2 and CCSSM8.SP.A.3This activity is also available in a bundle at a discounted rate:Scatterplots and Line of Best

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Grades:

7th - 9th

Types:

Teaching in the Tar Heel State

CCSS:

8.SP.A.2

, 8.SP.A.3

Also included in: Line of Best Fit and Scatterplots: The Bundle

Minecraft Area and Perimeter Project Based Learning 4.MD.3 3.MD.8

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4.MD.3 - Apply the area and perimeter formulas for rectangles in real world and mathematical problems. For example, find the width of a rectangular room given the area of the flooring and the length, by viewing the area formula as a multiplication equation with an unknown factor. Students will plan and design the blueprint for a Minecraft village. They are also given the area or perimeter for some buildings, and will be required to figure out length and width. Use the project with basic grid

Subjects:

Geometry, Math, Measurement

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Applied Math, Government, U.S. History

Electoral College Activity - PPT/Notes/Super Fun Competition! - Paper & Digital

Created by

Surviving Social Studies

Looking for a great bell ringer activity to start class each day?Full Year of Writing/Discussion Prompts - 180 Bell RingersGet ready for the 2024 election with your students!! Used in over 2,500 classrooms, this is the most fun your students will have learning about the Electoral College! I have used this Electoral College activity over and over throughout my two decades in the classroom, and it has always been a hit; especially on an election year! [For the Google Drive version click here].

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Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Core Inspiration by Laura Santos

Also included in: Bundle: What is the Electoral College? Voting with Mystery Candidates

Measure-Thon - Measurement Project Based Learning

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This math simulation is the perfect culminating activity and alternative assessment to measure your students’ understanding of second grade length measurement concepts. During the Measure-Thon math simulation, your students (AKA Mathletes) will compete in four measuring events. They will test their physical strength as they blow, kick, flick and toss a small puff ball through the air, and their mental power as they measure the distance their puff ball travels using centimeters, inches and feet.

Subjects:

Math, Measurement

Grades:

2nd

Types:

Fractions, Math, Word Problems

CCSS:

...

Also included in: Measurement Math Enrichment Bundle for Second Grade

Equivalent Fractions in the Real World - Fun Enrichment Activity for Students

Created by

Beyond Traditional Math

Fractions (and especially fraction equivalence) are always so abstract, until you connect them to the real world -like cooking! This is such a fun way to explore equivalent fractions. This resource will help students think critically about equivalent fractions.Recipe Disasters will strengthen your student's skills with benchmark and equivalent fractions with real world problem solving! Students are given a problem page with lots of reading that includes a recipe, and then a problem to solve. Th

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 4th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Simulations

CCSS:

...

Valentine's Day Math Project | Conversation Hearts Graphing Lesson & Activity

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Core Inspiration by Laura Santos

This Valentine's Day-themed math project introduces your students to four methods for displaying data: Frequency TablesBar GraphsPictographsLine Plots Your students will record observations about each method for displaying data and compare/contrast methods for collecting data. Students will then use this knowledge to solve a problem for Val’s Heart Factory. Love this project idea, but planning to teach graphing at a different time of year? Sal's Sweet Factory will be a perfect fit for your class

Subjects:

Graphing, Valentine's Day, Word Problems

Grades:

2nd - 3rd

Types:

Ancient History, Math, Social Studies - History

CCSS:

2.MD.D.10

, 3.MD.B.3

Also included in: 2nd & 3rd Grade Math Project Based Learning (PBL) - 6 Real World Projects

Ancient Phoenicia: Ancient Phoenician Trade Routes Simulation

Created by

Blueberry Collage

Ancient history doesn't have to be dry and boring! Bring it to life with this easy and fun historical simulation. In this activity, students take on the role of a ship captain on the lucrative ancient Phoenician trade routes. At each trading port, they will trade one load of goods for another load of goods which are in demand at the next port. The rate of trade is determined by the roll of the dice. Will the trade be a success or a failure? Will their ship sink before they can make the next port

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Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Activities, Games, Simulations

Disney World Virtual Field Trip for Grades 1-4 || Google Classroom Ready

Created by

Planting Little Seeds

PERFECT for early finishers, supply teacher days, or use during distance learning. This is a great activity for students to work on "little bits at a time" and come back to when they're finished with their other work. The file lives in their Google Drive, so can be accessed at any time!Take your kids to the happiest place on Earth! This Disney World Virtual Field Trip is designed for use in Google Classroom. Students need to have their own Google logins in order to be able to work with the proje

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Math

Grades:

1st - 4th

Types:

Simulations

Also included in: Virtual Field Trips for Primary Students: Bundle

Linear Equations Project Cost of College

Created by

Education with DocRunning

Bring real-world applications that are relevant to students with this linear equations project on college costs. Students examine the cost of individual colleges and compare colleges using linear equations. For students ready for systems of equations, students evaluate the impact of grant money on the overall cost. Great to get students thinking about and researching colleges now! Included in this resource:- Ready-to-use student pages- Teacher's Guide- Answer Key- Separate powerpoint file w

Subjects:

Algebra, Algebra 2, End of Year

Grades:

10th - 12th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Simulations

CCSS:

Also included in: Algebra 2 Curriculum

Coding with Robots - Pirate Treasure Hunt for Bee-Bot, Code & Go Mouse, Dash

Created by

That Tech Chick

This activity is a fun way to introduce coding with the Bee-Bot, Code and Go Mouse Robots, Dash and Dot and others and reinforce learning about algorithms! It is easily adaptable and differentiated so Kindergarten through the upper elementary grades can learn coding and simple algorithms by selecting a picture task card and finding it on their mat! Younger students will learn to code the robot to go forward, backward, turn right and left, while older students can use their skills to explore new

Subjects:

Computer Science - Technology, Math, Robotics

Grades:

K - 5th

Types:

Basic Operations, Fractions, Word Problems

Also included in: Coding & Robotics Big Bundle - Bee-Bot, Code & Go Mouse

Fraction Hospital Skill Building Activity & Classroom Transformation

Created by

Third Degree LEARN

This is a fun, engaging way for your students to apply and practice their learning about fractions! Skills used:Identifying fractions (<1)Fractions (<1 and >1) on a number lineMatching different fraction forms (numbers, number line, part of a set)Word problemsTurn this into a HIGHLY engaging classroom transformation with hospital gowns, gloves, masks, and hair nets!The product includes…Student work packets12 surgery cardsStudents locate fractions on the number line by performing “stitch

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd

Types:

CCSS:

Line of Best Fit and Scatterplots: The Bundle

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Algebra, Graphing, Measurement

This bundle includes 2 engaging activities where students can apply the skills of plotting points in a scatterplot, making a line of best fit, and finding the slope of the line to find missing data. Fun scenarios of Sasquatch and a crime scene hook kids into learning. Please leave feedback, you can earn TpT credits for future purchases. If you enjoy these activities consider following my store as I work to increase my middle school math inventory. Check out my other middle school math produc

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 9th

Types:

Diary of a 21st Century Teacher

CCSS:

8.SP.A.2

, 8.SP.A.3

Business Bundle

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This bundle provides an engaging business unit that promotes creativity. Students will: -Learn the basics of starting up a business -Brainstorm their own ideas for a business -Create a business plan -Analyze their business plan -Explore various marketing strategies -Create a marketing campaign -Learn about investors -Write a sales pitch to investors -Participate in a mock "Shark Tank" Requires students to use background knowledge in: -Basic reading skills -Basic writing skills -Technology/21

Subjects:

Business, Informational Text, Math

Grades:

3rd - 7th

Types:

Simulations, Lesson

Colonial Money - Using Pounds, Shillings, and Pence in Colonial America

Created by

Jenifer Bazzit - Thrive in Grade Five

Colonial America is fascinating! Add a new layer of interest and excitement to your teaching of the 13 Colonies with this Colonial Money Mini-Unit! I try to give my students a “deep dive” into the 18th Century and this colonial money resource is the perfect way to give students an inside view of life in Colonial America. Students will learn so much more than just pounds, shillings, and pence. They will learn about wages, item values, primary source inventories, and more. The use of a littl

Subjects:

Other (Math), Social Studies - History, U.S. History

Grades:

5th - 6th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Simulations

Also included in: 5th Grade Social Studies Big Bundle

Coding with Robots - Halloween Trick or Treat for Bee-Bot, Code & Go Mouse, etc

Created by

That Tech Chick

Trick or Treat around Halloween Town is a fun way to introduce coding with the Bee-Bot, Code and Go Mouse Robots, Dash and Dot and others and reinforce learning about algorithms! It is easily adaptable and differentiated so Kindergarten through the upper elementary grades can learn coding and simple algorithms by selecting a picture task card and finding it on their mat! Younger students will learn to code the robot to go forward, backward, turn right and left, while older students can use thei

Subjects:

Computer Science - Technology, Math, Robotics

Grades:

K - 5th

Types:

Also included in: Coding & Robotics Big Bundle - Bee-Bot, Code & Go Mouse

Going to the Championship Football Game Project Based Learning

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Applied Math, Basic Operations, Creative Writing

Engage your students in a relevant project with this Championship Game Project. (Please note, Super Bowl is trademarked and not authorized for use in commercial products therefore I am using the words Championship Game instead.) ****Now updated for the 2024 Championship Game in Las Vegas****Students will spend several days going through the planning of a trip to this year's championship game in Las Vegas, Nevada. Students will use a variety of math skills for budgeting and problem solving, as

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Simulations

Also included in: Project Based Learning Bundle

Data Detectives Bar Graph & Pictograph Mystery Activity

Created by

Third Degree LEARN

Engage your students with this data mystery! You left data in the classroom overnight and someone snuck in and completely scattered it. Oh no! In this activity, your students are data analysts who will use clues to reassemble the scattered pieces of bar graphs and pictographs.This product includes...4 graph starters for your students to complete (2 bar graphs, 2 pictographs)18 pieces (including some decoys) of graphs for your students to analyze and match to a graph starter8 cluesAND everything

Subjects:

Basic Operations, Graphing, Word Problems

Grades:

3rd - 4th

Types:

CCSS:

3.MD.B.3

Dog Sled Race Project Based Learning

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Basic Operations, Creative Writing, Measurement

This engaging project allows students to use a variety of math and language skills in a relevant simulation. They will plan, prepare, and race in a Dog Sled Race. Here's a list of the different activities included in this project:Activity 1: Your Team: Students create their dog team. They draw pictures of each of their 6 dogs and name them. They also develop a team logo.Activity 2: Sled Dog Care: Students read a passage describing the needs of their sled dogs. They follow up by answering

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Math, Mental Math, Other (Math)

Also included in: Project Based Learning Bundle

Multiplication Keychain

Created by

Fantastic FS

Printable Multiplication Activities for Students - Master Multiplication Tables On-the-Go with Our Innovative Keychain! Our Multiplication Mastery Keychain is a practical and portable learning tool designed to help students effortlessly memorize multiplication tables from 0 to 11. Ideal for students of all ages, this innovative keychain pack is the perfect companion for enhancing multiplication skills while on the move. For long-lasting use, teachers are encouraged to laminate the cards, providi

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 5th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Simulations

Also included in: Math Task Cards

Project Based Learning Bundle

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Applied Math, Measurement, Writing

Engage your students throughout the school year with relevant projects where they can apply a variety of skills from math and language arts. Project Based Learning Projects are actually my favorite products to make. This product includes 15 different projects; 4 of which are also in a digital format. Click on each of the individual products to see previews, and read below for more details of what's included.Design an Aquarium (A Digital version is also included for use with Google Classroom™

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Core Inspiration by Laura Santos

2nd & 3rd Grade Data and Graphing Math Project | Bar Graphs, Line Plots & More

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This graphing math project introduces your students to four methods for displaying data: ★ Frequency Tables ★ Bar Graphs ★ Pictographs ★ Line Plots ★Your students will have the opportunity to record observations about each method for displaying data and compare/contrast methods for collecting data. They will then use this knowledge to solve a problem for Sal’s Sweet Factory. ***************************************************************************THE BIG PROBLEM YOUR STUDENTS WILL SOLVE:Sal's

Subjects:

Graphing, Word Problems

Grades:

2nd - 3rd

Types:

Career and Technical Education, Economics , Math

CCSS:

2.MD.D.10

, 3.MD.B.3

Financial Literacy & Personal Finance Video Game - HTML5 Distance Learning

Created by

Brogan Pratt

Video Game about Personal Finance, Investing, Money Management, & Budgeting. An evidence-based, hand drawn visual-novel personal finance simulation game for High School and Young Adults that teaches financial literacy skills. Learn Asynchronously from home on any Computer, Smartphone, or Tablet:2 different ways to play: on any modern desktop/smartphone/tablet web browser, or install on any Mac, Windows, or Linux computer!Expected Student Learning Outcomes:Learn financial skills & content

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Grades:

7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff

Types:

Assessment, Games, Simulations

CCSS:

...

Project Based Learning: Volume and Area of Prisms and Cylinders

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Applied Math, Geometry, Measurement

This cooperative project involves applying many math and language skills to a real life situation. Teams are tasked with planning an aquatic center. Specifications include rectangular and circular pools which allow students to practice older skills such as perimeter, area, and volume of rectangles and prisms, as well as newer skills such as circumference, area, and volume of circles and cylinders. Measurement conversions are integrated, as well as writing and presentation skills. A final po

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types: