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3rd grade math thematic unit plans for Easel

Preview of Second Grade Social Studies-Common Core Economics Unit

Second Grade Social Studies-Common Core Economics Unit

This is an economics unit for second grade that is aligned with Second Grade Common Core Social Studies Standard E.1.1-1.6. This unit includes almost everything you need to teach this standard. There are lesson plans for you, a student book, a study guide, a test, a take home project with a parent letter, a wallet and money and a classroom game. This is a 10 day unit.
Preview of FUNCTIONAL MATH Dining Out Menus

FUNCTIONAL MATH Dining Out Menus

Created by
Adaptive Tasks
Dining Out Menu Math is a set of 4 menus each with an addition worksheet. Also included is a worksheet of questions answered from all 4 menus. To add a dramatic play experience for serving and paying for meals, please check out these menus in color version each with real images of food seen in each menu: Mexican Restaurant Dining Out Activity Italian Restaurant Dining Out Activity Seafood Restaurant Dining Out Activity Rise and Shine Breakfast Dining Out Activity **************************
Preview of Third Grade Common Core Math 3.OA.9 and 3.NBT.3- Add. and Multp. Patterns

Third Grade Common Core Math 3.OA.9 and 3.NBT.3- Add. and Multp. Patterns

This is a complete 13 day math unit to teach Third Grade Common Core Math Standards 3.OA.9 and 3.NBT.3- Addition and Multiplication Patterns and finding the product of a whole number and a multiple of 10. In this unit, students will learn to complete one and two step patterns in addition and one step patterns in multiplication. Students will also learn to complete missing numbers in an input/output box. Finally, students will learn to use base 10 blocks and number lines to find the product o
Preview of Occupational Therapy Back to School End of Year or Summer Camping Activities

Occupational Therapy Back to School End of Year or Summer Camping Activities

Created by
CreativeCOTA LLC
Transform your classroom into a lively camping ground with this comprehensive camping unit bundle. Whether you're planning for back-to-school, end-of-year celebrations, or summer school themes, these 38 themed worksheets/activities cater to various grades and learning needs. Dive into a cross-curricular camping adventure that seamlessly integrates math, literacy, writing, and fine motor skills. Includes activities that would be a great addition to classroom morning work or an early finishers bin
Preview of Castle Architect- An Area and Perimeter Project

Castle Architect- An Area and Perimeter Project

Created by
Morsel Tidbits
Become a castle architect and calculate the area and perimeter of a castle model in 3 stages. Students measure, label, and calculate the area and perimeter on floor plans for the keep and measure to calculate area for each castle wall before finally building the castle model.The model is based on a stone keep castle with a stone keep in the middle surrounded by a curtain wall for protection. Note: The Castle Model is included with the Castle Architect Project. No need to buy the separate model a
Preview of September Math & Reading Basic Skills Worksheets for Special Ed

September Math & Reading Basic Skills Worksheets for Special Ed

Prepping for your special education classroom can be simple and fast with these math and reading basic skills worksheets. This resource includes over 50 different worksheets to address a variety of skills. Teachers can simply “print and go” or create individual math or reading workbooks for every student. Students can practice basic skills during small group centers, one-on-one instruction, independent time, or at home with these worksheets. Students will also enjoy the fun, thematic graphics an
Preview of Third Grade Common Core Math 3.OA.5,6 and 7- Multiplication/Division Strategies

Third Grade Common Core Math 3.OA.5,6 and 7- Multiplication/Division Strategies

This is a 12 day unit to teach 3rd Grade Common Core Math Standards 3.OA.5, 6 and 7-Different strategies for Multiplication. Students will write multiplication sentences for arrays using the commutative property, decompose a one and two digit factor to solve a multiplication problem (distributive property), solve multiplication problems with 3 one-digit factors using the associative property, solve division problems by finding the unknown factor in a multiplication problem, write fact families
Preview of Third Grade Common Core Math 3.MD 1 Elapsed Time

Third Grade Common Core Math 3.MD 1 Elapsed Time

This is a complete unit to teach Third Grade Common Core Math Standard 3.MD.1 Solving Elapsed Time Word Problems. This is a 12 day unit that includes lesson plans, a student book, student homework and student tests. This unit has almost everything you need to teach this standard. You will need individual student clocks for lesson 1. Lesson 1 teaches how to tell time to the minute. Lessons 2-8 teach students how to solve elapsed time word problems using hours, 5 minutes and minutes. Lessons
Preview of Pirate Arrays Treasure Hunt: Write the Room

Pirate Arrays Treasure Hunt: Write the Room

Created by
Morsel Tidbits
Review arrays in an interactive classroom treasure hunt! 19 pirate themed question clues will have students practicing knowledge of arrays while unlocking a secret message. The final clue leads the young pirates to you, their captain, in hopes of earning treasure.Arrays Questions Scope:♦ identifying the correct array from equations♦ writing equations for a given array♦ drawing arrays for an equation♦ splitting larger arrays into smaller arrays♦ identifying errors in a pictured arrayIncludes:♦ 19
Preview of Elections and Voting for Primary Grades

Elections and Voting for Primary Grades

I always struggle to find appropriate election materials to use with Primary students, so decided to compile some ideas here. There are a couple of simple books on “Who Can Be President?” and “What Does the President Do?” from lots of harder-to-read sources. Additional sources are given within. Then, there is an inspired realistic passage to read and discuss on the topic: “What It’s Like to Be President.” Also, included are 3 graphic organizers on the President and the major party candidates. T
Preview of Geometry and Fractions Concepts

Geometry and Fractions Concepts

This packet covers the following standards: MAFS.2.G.1.1 MAFS.2.G.1.2 MAFS.2.G.1.3 The packet includes 43 pages covering geometry and fraction concepts. Anchor charts, sorting activities, formative and summative assessments, drawing shapes practice, shading shapes practice, naming fractions, sorting shapes, sorting quadrilaterals, sorting real life objects by shapes, partitioning rectangles and circles practice, center activities for fractions and shapes, etc. are included in this packet.
Preview of Summer 2021 Olympics Themed Activities

Summer 2021 Olympics Themed Activities

Summer 2021 Olympics Themed ActivitiesThis themed unit includes activities for reading, math, vocabulary building, and writing!Activities include:Word Search with answer keyWord Scramble with answer keyNarrative Essay writing promptTracking the USA medal countOlympic Swimming math 1 & 2 (double digit addition) with answer keysDownload is a PDF file.Available for Easel!*****************************************************************************Related ProductsNumber Tracing Worksheets 1-20Nu
Preview of Whales Informational Text, Art, Game, Discussion Q & A

Whales Informational Text, Art, Game, Discussion Q & A

Created by
Thank a Teacher
Permission granted for use with Google Classroom. Keep your students engaged and learning with this engaging, standards-based text and activities. Great for distance learning, school breaks or home schools. Did you know that whales are a lot like us? This fun and fact-filled text will engage your students with information they will love! From the significance of whale snot to the importance of whale family, Whales...are a Lot Like Us tells the story of the daily lives of our cetacean friends. Th
Preview of Thanksgiving Social Studies Literacy and Math Grades 3 to 5 Distance Learning

Thanksgiving Social Studies Literacy and Math Grades 3 to 5 Distance Learning

$6 Grades 3-5This 39-page package contains everything you need for a fun unit on the tradition of Thanksgiving celebrations at the grades 3-5 level: the story of the first Thanksgiving with test and answer key, vocabulary and dictionary work, compare and contrast Venn diagrams, creative writing assignments, parts of speech, word problems and test with answer key, fraction worksheet with accompanying colouring sheet and coordinate graph worksheets.This individual and group work with suggestions f
Preview of Jackie Robinson: Non-Fiction Passages & Printables

Jackie Robinson: Non-Fiction Passages & Printables

A week long mini lesson on baseball legend Jackie Robinson consists of 3 informational text passages, 7 printables including one word problem page and answer keys. 19 pages total. Perfect for Black History Month or anytime that you are teaching your students about Heroes of History. Content is suitable for grades 3-6. ** Math interactive page includes 3 word problems featuring subtraction of four digit numbers, and multiplication and division of 2 digit numbers. Division answer is a decimal.**C
Preview of Integrated STEM Unit K-3: Differentiated Lessons, Printables #Distance Learning

Integrated STEM Unit K-3: Differentiated Lessons, Printables #Distance Learning

Created by
Eyes to Me
Rollercoaster UnitPrint and go! Easy to follow, meaningful and engaging lessons the kids wont want to stop for lunch! Perfect for relief teachers/ subs or to add a little spice to the week!Unit includes: listening, reading and writing while learning about rollercoasters, constructing, testing and evaluation of student made rollercoaster challenge.Minimal resources needed for an interactive hands on day: tape, paper, paper plates, printer or minimal computer use.If you like this unit, have a look
Preview of Time Zones Distance Learning or Printable Worksheets

Time Zones Distance Learning or Printable Worksheets

Are you looking for a way to incorporate lessons on time zones for multiple subjects, but you can't find a resource to fit your needs? Perhaps you have a variety of skill levels in your classroom and need pages to meet the needs of different students, even through distance learning? Look no further with these reading and math printable or virtual worksheets for three different ability levels. Inside you'll find:Three reading passage on time zones with vocabulary questions--Easy--Moderate --Advan
Preview of Popcorn Theme Special Education Math Literacy Worksheets Digital Activities

Popcorn Theme Special Education Math Literacy Worksheets Digital Activities

DIGITAL PDF AND PRINTABLE PACKET: This worksheet packet works well for 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and special education students. Skills include the five senses, addition, subtraction, multiplication, compound words and sentence writing.Contents:Popping Popcorn Five Senses Roll the Dice Addition Roll the Dice Subtraction Roll the Dice Multiplication Compound Words Cut & Paste Sentence Writing Sentence Writing Rubric ---------------------------------▶︎ DIGITAL COMPATIBLE:
Preview of February | Groundhog Day *No Prep*

February | Groundhog Day *No Prep*

Are you looking for a fun, engaging, and quick lesson plan to teach about Groundhog's Day? Are you looking for more innovative ways to help your Pre-K through 8th graders enhance their Reading and Writing skills?TEACH & Learn with Groundhog's Day is a one-day lesson plan for Wednesday, February 1, 2023, that reinforces and strengthens Reading, Writing, and Math Skills; while incorporating a little history about Groundhog's Day. In this lesson, Pre-K through 2nd graders will :Read a story abo
Preview of HALLOWEEN INTERDISCIPLINARY UNIT WITH FUN CRAFTIVITIES

HALLOWEEN INTERDISCIPLINARY UNIT WITH FUN CRAFTIVITIES

Created by
Elly Elementary
Halloween Craftivities Unit is an interdisciplinary month of fun and learning that brings together the spirit of Halloween with creative activities across various subjects. Designed for students of all ages, this unit encourages a hands-on approach to education by incorporating art, science, language arts, and math into engaging Halloween-themed projects. Students get to explore their imagination through pumpkin carving, creating spooky decorations, conducting science experiments with eerie th
Preview of Back to School Themed Activities

Back to School Themed Activities

This Back to School themed unit includes activities for reading, math, vocabulary building, and critical thinking!Activities include:All About Me fillable pages (3 color options)1 Word Search with word bank and answer key1 Word Scramble with word bank and answer key1 Counting to 100 WorksheetLet's Do Addition (double & triple digit problems) with answer keyLet's Do Subtraction (single & double digit problems) with answer keyDownload is a 15 page PDF file.Available for Easel!*************
Preview of Earth Day Themed Activities

Earth Day Themed Activities

This themed unit includes activities for reading, math, science, vocabulary building, and critical thinking!Activities include:1 Word Search with word bank and answer key1 Word Scramble with word bank and answer key1 Persuasive Writing prompt2 Earth Day Multiplication pages (Single & double digit) with answer keysDownload is a 12 page PDF file.Available for Easel!*****************************************************************************Related ProductsFarm Animals Word ArtOcean Life Theme
Preview of Halloween Math - Elementary Geometry and Multiplication Practice

Halloween Math - Elementary Geometry and Multiplication Practice

Looking for a fun and engaging way to help your elementary students practice their multiplication skills this Halloween? Look no further than my exclusive Halloween Math Elementary Geometry and Multiplication Practice worksheet set!Students will have so much fun identifying different Halloween shapes and practicing their multiplication tables. Students will practice identifying Halloween shapes as well as practice with identifying geometric shapes with writing, drawing, counting sides and partit
Preview of Ocean Life Themed Activities

Ocean Life Themed Activities

This ocean themed unit includes activities for reading, math, vocabulary building, and critical thinking!Activities include:1 Word Search with word bank and answer key1 Word Scramble with word bank and answer keyFish and Ocean Cryptograms (decode the messages) and answer keys2 Multiplication Under the Sea pages (Single & double digit) with answer keysDownload is a 13 page PDF file.Available for Easel!*****************************************************************************Related Product
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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.