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3rd grade critical thinking math graphic organizers for Easel Activities

Preview of Long Division : Horizontal Box Method- updated

Long Division : Horizontal Box Method- updated

Created by
Effortless
83 worksheets of Long Division with the Box Method which is a horizontal graphic instead of the traditional vertical graphic. This is a must for struggling learners. The steps are almost the same but much easier to remember and has "clicked" with many of my students. Try it and you will be hooked! Answers included for all problems. ***Updates now double the number of worksheets. There are 4 Sets: 1) 26 pages of No Remainders 2) 26 pages of Remainders 3)26 pages of Mixed which each problem may or
Preview of Fairy Tales 2nd Grade Fairytales, Folktales, & Fables Unit Lessons & Activities

Fairy Tales 2nd Grade Fairytales, Folktales, & Fables Unit Lessons & Activities

A fairy tale (fairytale), folk tale, and fable close reading unit can make writing lesson plans a breeze and ensure a deeper exploration into understanding stories while students provide text evidence from specified Mentor Texts (a list is included!). This interactive reading unit uses three different genres to teach deeper thinking about the main characters, the moral of the story, text structure, point of view, and comparing and contrasting stories. Graphic organizers are included and can be u
Preview of Math Word Problem Solving: Understand, Plan, Solve, Check

Math Word Problem Solving: Understand, Plan, Solve, Check

NO PREP, just PRINT or ASSIGN DIGITALLY through TpT EASEL! Graphic organizer to help dissect word problems for better understanding and mastery. Use in a page protector, clear board of Communicator for repeated use.
Preview of Reading Comprehension Interactive Strategy Cards

Reading Comprehension Interactive Strategy Cards

Created by
Teacher Thrive
I made these reading comprehension strategy cards based on my all-time favorite professional development book; Strategies that Work, by Harvey and Goudvis. These cards can be used in multiple settings (e.g., Guided Reading, Shared Reading, etc.) and with any level text. I print them on colored card stock, laminate, and the kids use post-its on them. However, they can also be printed on plain paper and used as traditional graphic organizer.There is one card for each strategy:-Determining Impor
Preview of Current Events Sample Printables Worksheets Graphic Organizer Informational Text

Current Events Sample Printables Worksheets Graphic Organizer Informational Text

Created by
Rachel Lynette
Dive into current events, student news, informational text, reading strategies, and more with our exclusive sampler from Current Events Response Printables!This sampler gives you a taste of our comprehensive current event graphic organizers that promise to make learning engaging and effective. ‌Try before you buy!Purchase this sampler for just $1, and if you love it, get your dollar back with the included coupon code for the full version of Current Events Response Printables.It’s our way of sayi
Preview of Classifying POLYGONS Activity Geometric Shapes 2D Shape Sort Math Cut & Paste

Classifying POLYGONS Activity Geometric Shapes 2D Shape Sort Math Cut & Paste

Created by
Fishyrobb
This resource will help students learn to classify shapes and identify polygons and non-polygons. Includes:GRAPHIC ORGANIZER WORKSHEETStudents will cut-and-glue headings, definitions, and examples to create a graphic organizer for classifying shapes. This includes regular and irregular polygons and non-polygons. BIG GRAPHIC ORGANIZERLarge, full-color graphic organizer pieces for group instruction or display purposesMATH CENTERStudents look at the properties of shapes and sort them as polygons or
Preview of Mr. Peabody's Apples Character Changes, Lessons Learned

Mr. Peabody's Apples Character Changes, Lessons Learned

Mr. Peabody’s Apples by Madonna is a beautiful story which can teach young readers how to watch the character for theme changes. By using the signpost strategy (Notice and Note Strategies for Close Reading by K. Beers and N. Probst), students can gain a better understanding of key elements in fictional text. When looking at the characters and major events, you can lead the class to see how these changes can affect the character over time. (This is the beginning of awareness for: character mot
Preview of Valentine's Day Conversation Hearts Graphing Activity

Valentine's Day Conversation Hearts Graphing Activity

Created by
Sarah's STEAMers
What better way to incorporate math into your Valentine's Day than with a fun graphing snacktivity? This PDF contains a cover sheet, two graphs (one in color, one in B&W), and a question sheet. You can copy a graph and the question sheet back-to-back to save paper!You might also like:Sammy Cat: A Digital Escape RoomWriting Prompts Bundle2nd Grade Task Card BundleOpen The Box: Faith RinggoldPlants Mini Unit
Preview of Graphic Novels Are Elementary! Activities & Student Pages

Graphic Novels Are Elementary! Activities & Student Pages

Activities, graphic organizers, and student response pages for use with any graphic novel! This packet includes: --Tips for reading graphic novels with students --5 fun, easy hands-on activities to go with any graphic novel --14 student activity pages to use with any graphic novel, including graphic organizers, group activities, and reader responses *************************************************************************** Graphic novels are rapidly gaining in popularity with students, as
Preview of Problem Solving Workmat (Worksheet/Graphic Organizer)

Problem Solving Workmat (Worksheet/Graphic Organizer)

Created by
Mrs. Lane
*BEST SELLER!* Are your students working on problem solving and/or word problems? This handy workmat can help students solve complicated word problems! *The majority of students will most likely need guided instruction when they are first introduced to the workmat. Be sure to work through several problems with them using the organizer before expecting them to utilize this resource independently. If students need additional space to work out their problems, instruct them to flip the organizer o
Preview of Interactive Read Aloud -Grade 2 - Exploring the Natural World -Insects

Interactive Read Aloud -Grade 2 - Exploring the Natural World -Insects

Are you looking for activities to supplement your interactive read alouds? This resource is exactly what you need! This particular set contains 2-4 activities for each story. The activities cover a range of reading comprehension and writing skills. They are perfect for those times when you just need a quick assessment or want activities to extend or provide enrichment for a few days! This resource contains the following activities for the stories listed below:Insects KWL Bugs A-ZABC Order Printa
Preview of Measurement: Converting Customary Units Posters and Practice

Measurement: Converting Customary Units Posters and Practice

Created by
Teacher Ms H
Converting U.S. Customary Units of Measurement: Capacity and Length Posters and PracticeHelp your students convert U.S. Customary capacity and length (aka American Standard Measurements) with these easy to remember visuals!Finally, a conversion chart students can understand and memorize with no problem! Your students learn to draw both the Big G and Big Y and are quizzed on it so they can convert customary or standard units of measurement with ease! When it's test time students just draw the p
Preview of Weslandia character changes, lessons learned

Weslandia character changes, lessons learned

WESLANDIA by Paul Fleischman is a beautiful story which can teach young readers how to watch the character for theme changes. By using the signpost strategy (Notice and Note Strategies for Close Reading by K. Beers and N. Probst), students can gain a better understanding of key elements in fictional text. When looking at the characters and major events, you can lead the class to see how these changes can affect the character over time. (This is the beginning of awareness for: character motivat
Preview of Multiplication Strategies Assessment, Performance Task + Rubric, Learning Target

Multiplication Strategies Assessment, Performance Task + Rubric, Learning Target

Created by
Fishyrobb
There isn't just one way to multiply. This set of activities requires students to explain multiplication using various models and strategies. It also provides a great way to assess their learning.Includes: LEARNING TARGETThis is a student-friendly “I Can” statement reflecting what students are expected to understand about multiplication strategies. This aligns with 3rd grade common core standard 3.OA.A.1.FLAP BOOKStudents will draw examples of 5 different strategies/models. Great for interactive
Preview of Mean, Median, Mode & Range Guided Notes

Mean, Median, Mode & Range Guided Notes

Created by
Mister Math
This is a guided notes resource to assist students in learning about finding the mean, median, mode, and range of data sets. The guided notes include definitions, as well as a guided example for each skill. An independent practice worksheet is included that asks students to find the mean, median, mode and range for four data sets (for a total of 16 extra practice problems!) An answer key is also provided.This Guided Notes packet is also part of a BUNDLE that includes a PowerPoint presentation to
Preview of Place Value to Hundred Thousands (Chart, Blank Template)

Place Value to Hundred Thousands (Chart, Blank Template)

Created by
Mrs. Lane
Save your valuable time and print this ready-to-use place value to hundred thousands chart/template. Laminate for durability if desired. *Can also possibly be used for students with modification needs. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ *COMMENTS FROM PURCHASERS: "Just what I needed. Thank you for creating this place value chart." --Janet S. "What a timesaver!" --Elaine B. "Great tool!" --Patricia S. -------------------------------
Preview of Christmas Holiday Budget Activity: Elementary Grades Financial Literacy Lesson

Christmas Holiday Budget Activity: Elementary Grades Financial Literacy Lesson

Help your elementary students practice budgeting as they plan for the holidays. An excellent thematic math lesson!Students will have to explain where they will get their shopping money, plan who to shop for, look through fliers or online to find items to buy, and stick to their budgets! There is also room to write a reflection after the activity to help stimulate a class discussion about financial literacy and budgeting.
Preview of Compare & Contrast Reading Response Theme, Setting, Plot

Compare & Contrast Reading Response Theme, Setting, Plot

These reader’s response pages can be used with fiction or non-fiction text. They are perfect to use as a journal response page and cover plot, theme, character traits, predictions, reflections, compare/contrast & student’s interpretations. Also provided is how illustrations help us to better understand the text (fiction). A useful tool to encourage your students to take a closer look at illustrations in text. Anchor charts provided to help students recognize the difference between ‘plot’
Preview of Boris and Bella characters, lessons learned, Halloween activities

Boris and Bella characters, lessons learned, Halloween activities

Boris and Bella is a BOOtiful story which can teach young readers how to watch the character for theme changes. It's an awesome read aloud for our Halloween activities. This resource is now ready for distance learning too! Bella Legrossi (the messiest monster in Booville) and Boris Kleanitoff (the tidiest monster in Booville) were neighbors who rubbed each other the wrong way. Kids will have fun listening to this Halloween story to find out if these two could ever be friends. By using the sig
Preview of Making Inferences with Pictures - Inferring Graphic Organizers

Making Inferences with Pictures - Inferring Graphic Organizers

Created by
Teacherinspo123
Struggling to teach your students how to make inferences? Making inferences with these 50 graphic organizers is an absolute breeze! These real life photography shots makes inferring pictures not only super fun but realistic too. Ideal for picture of the day, literacy centers, morning work or homework. Completed work samples look amazing on classroom bulletin boards! This resource is available in both print and digital format, therefore is suitable for:First GradeSecond GradeThird GradeFourth Gr
Preview of M & M Graphing for Any Time of Year with Easel Activity

M & M Graphing for Any Time of Year with Easel Activity

Created by
HappyEdugator
Sometimes it is fun to do M & M's counting and graphing at different times of the year on birthdays, holidays, or as a treat. It can be a great experiment to see if results change depending on the time of year, too. Try it at Halloween, then repeat for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine's, St. Patrick's Day and Easter. Compare the results. Students love it! Has teacher directions, two M & M's sorting mats in color or black and white, a tally sheet with questions, a bar graph worksheet, a
Preview of Sketchnoting and Visual Note-Taking Templates for All Curriculum Areas

Sketchnoting and Visual Note-Taking Templates for All Curriculum Areas

Created by
MrTechnology
Sketchnoting Templates for All Curriculum Areas: Visual Note-Taking Through Illustrations, Symbols, Structures, & Text More About This Product:☰ This product can be used for small groups, differentiated instructional purposes, for 1:1 targeted instructional tutorials, or as a whole class learning experience.☰ This product is suitable for teachers, tutors, special education providers, as well as for home-instruction.☰ This teaching resource is appropriate for students in Grades 2-8+.☰ This pr
Preview of Constructed Response Strategy Posters

Constructed Response Strategy Posters

Created by
2fulbrighthugs
With the new assessments coming into play, students will be expected to answer more constructed response questions. Are they ready? Do they have strategies to assist them in being successful? This Constructed Response Strategy Poster (PLUS graphic organizers) set focuses on two strategies that assist students in gathering all necessary information in order to fully answer CRQs. These strategies can be used in ALL subject areas, although I created two subject-specific posters (reading and math)
Preview of 20 Math | Graphic Organizers | Grades 3rd-8th | & Digital Access | Interactive

20 Math | Graphic Organizers | Grades 3rd-8th | & Digital Access | Interactive

Math (Grades 3-8) made easy with this Graphic Organizer collection includes Paper Copy and Digital Access using Google:•Two-Circle Venn Diagram•Three-Circle Venn Diagram•Pictograph•Horizontal Bar Graph•Vertical Bar Graph•Line Graph•Circle Graph/ Fractional Circle•Ten by Ten Grid•100 Chart•Number Lines•Coordinate Grid, Quadrant 1•Balance Scales•Two Chart•Three Chart•Four Chart •Five Chart•Six Chart•Seven Chart •Eight Chart•Nine ChartThis resource is perfect for grades 3-8th. Some of the graphic o
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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.