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3rd grade math lesson pdfs

Preview of Fraction Activities - Fractions Unit - Printable Worksheets - Lesson Assessments

Fraction Activities - Fractions Unit - Printable Worksheets - Lesson Assessments

This Fractions Unit has EVERYTHING you need to teach FRACTIONS! Use it to supplement your math curriculum, by providing a variety of options to teach, reinforce, practice, and assess students’ understanding of fractions. This resource includes over 100 pages of:- Teaching Pages - Worksheets- Lessons & Activities- Journal Prompts- Word Problems- Quizzes and a Final Fractions Assessment- Plus, other activities!! These fraction pages were designed with 4th grade standards in mind. Howeve
Preview of Special Education Math Curriculum, Lesson Plans, & Intervention for Small Groups

Special Education Math Curriculum, Lesson Plans, & Intervention for Small Groups

Created by
The Primary Gal
As a resource room teacher, you don’t have the time to create a Tier 3 Math intervention. But you still need something to help you survive those special education math groups!  You’re so busy juggling all the responsibilities of a SPED teacher that your kids aren’t getting exactly what you KNOW they need.  You’re not alone. I’ve been there.  You need easy to print, engaging activities that are so routine, your kids will know exactly what to do. Plus, they’ll grow leaps and bounds throughout the
Preview of Math Interactive Notebook 4th Grade Fractions

Math Interactive Notebook 4th Grade Fractions

What are Interactive Math Notebooks?Interactive math notebooks are teaching pages used to introduce and teach math concepts and skills. Each set of notebook pages includes definitions, explanations, rules, and algorithms that may be needed to address each standard. Practice problems are included to be used for guided practice. Once completed, these pages serve as a great reference tool for students to refer back throughout the year.  How do I use them with my students?Notebook pages can be used
Preview of Math Interactive Notebook 4th Grade Number & Operations in Base Ten

Math Interactive Notebook 4th Grade Number & Operations in Base Ten

What are Interactive Math Notebooks?Interactive math notebooks are teaching pages used to introduce and teach math concepts and skills. Each set of notebook pages includes definitions, explanations, rules, and algorithms that may be needed to address each standard. Practice problems are included to be used for guided practice. Once completed, these pages serve as a great reference tool for students to refer back throughout the year.  How do I use them with my students?Notebook pages can be used
Preview of Math Interactive Notebook 4th Grade Geometry

Math Interactive Notebook 4th Grade Geometry

What are Interactive Math Notebooks?Interactive math notebooks are teaching pages used to introduce and teach math concepts and skills. Each set of notebook pages includes definitions, explanations, rules, and algorithms that may be needed to address each standard. Practice problems are included to be used for guided practice. Once completed, these pages serve as a great reference tool for students to refer back throughout the year.  How do I use them with my students?Notebook pages can be used
Preview of Math Leveled Daily Curriculum {LEVEL 0.5}

Math Leveled Daily Curriculum {LEVEL 0.5}

This year-long math curriculum focuses on teaching math skills and concepts. This resource is designed for special education students and autistic learners as it is visual-based and features a step-by-step progression of skills.This curriculum includes embedded assessments allowing for data-based decision making and accurate progress monitoring. Simplify your language arts instruction and planning with this daily activity-based curriculum, utilizing over 180 engaging activities that promote skil
Preview of Place Value Unit for 2nd Grade - Place Value Chart, Games, Posters, & Lessons

Place Value Unit for 2nd Grade - Place Value Chart, Games, Posters, & Lessons

Are you a 2nd grade teacher looking to develop and strengthen your students' understanding of place value? Look no further! This comprehensive guided math unit is your one-stop solution for engaging and effective math lessons when it comes to teaching place value. Inside this guided math unit you'll find 2 weeks worth of done-for-you-lesson plans with a focus on place value. This unit is jam packed with a wide variety of hand on activities designed to captivate your students’ attention. From pla
Preview of Number Knowledge | Printables, Stations, & Activities to Compare & Order Numbers

Number Knowledge | Printables, Stations, & Activities to Compare & Order Numbers

Created by
Amy Lemons
Understanding numbers and their value is a fundamental component of understanding mathematical concepts. With Number Knowledge, students will work with place value, comparing numbers, ordering numbers, number order, numbers that come before and after, and more! These printables, activities, and stations can enhance your math block!Here is what is included in Number Knowledge:Number of the Day - 2 printable options to choose from when working with learning about numbers each dayPlace Value Blocks
Preview of Place Value Math Coloring Pages Holiday Set incl. Spring and Summer Sheets

Place Value Math Coloring Pages Holiday Set incl. Spring and Summer Sheets

Created by
Art with Jenny K
My collection of place value Pop Art style math coloring pages includes designs appropriate for holidays/occasions throughout the year (including Thanksgiving!). They will surely be a huge hit in your classroom each month! As your students are working on place value, they will also be creating bright, beautiful pieces of artwork at the same time. This set includes 40 coloring pages broken down into 4 sections. Beginner and advanced levels are included to help build in discreet differentiation am
Preview of Activities and Printables for Counting a Collection of Coins

Activities and Printables for Counting a Collection of Coins

Created by
Amy Lemons
Are your students struggling to count a collection of coins? These money activities will give your students the support they need to identify coins, count coins, solve money word problems, and more! These activities can be added to your existing curriculum as a way to supplement the things you are already using in the classroom! The activities vary so that students stay active an engaged in their learning!Here is what is included:Money Posters for: Quarter, Dime, Nickel, Penny (Color and B&
Preview of Place Value Activities | Place Value Printables | Hands On Place Value

Place Value Activities | Place Value Printables | Hands On Place Value

Created by
Amy Lemons
Looking for a new, fun way to teach Place Value? This unit will help you reinforce 2, 3, and 4 digit numbers up to 1,200! Here's what's included:*Posters (8 1/2x11) for:-Ones-Tens-Hundreds -Thousands-Standard Form-Expanded Form (3)-Number Words-Base Ten Blocks*Place Value Charts:-Tens and Ones-Hundreds, tens, and ones-Thousands, hundreds, tens, and ones*Kids As Numbers Activity*Place Value Flapbooks (6 versions for 2, 3, and 4 digit numbers)*Place Value Pocket Books (3 versions for 2, 3, and 4
Preview of Math Interactive Notebook 4th Grade Measurement & Data

Math Interactive Notebook 4th Grade Measurement & Data

What are Interactive Math Notebooks?Interactive math notebooks are teaching pages used to introduce and teach math concepts and skills. Each set of notebook pages includes definitions, explanations, rules, and algorithms that may be needed to address each standard. Practice problems are included to be used for guided practice. Once completed, these pages serve as a great reference tool for students to refer back throughout the year.  How do I use them with my students?Notebook pages can be used
Preview of Distributive Property of Multiplication Activities Worksheets Mini Book & More

Distributive Property of Multiplication Activities Worksheets Mini Book & More

Created by
Amber from TGIF
Teaching the distributive property of multiplication to students who just learned how to multiply is a complex concept. Help your students break it down with these hands-on resources. A two day lesson plan is included with teacher printouts, pictures, and tons on student resources that will support your lesson and all the practice in the days and weeks after. What's included?A detailed lesson plan of all the activities for 2 days4 versions of the dry erase sheet4 pages of array worksheets for
Preview of 2-Digit Subtraction with Regrouping Mini-Lessons, Word Problems, and Workstation

2-Digit Subtraction with Regrouping Mini-Lessons, Word Problems, and Workstation

Are you apprehensive about teaching 2-digit subtraction with regrouping? Then this resource will help you sleep easier. This complete unit for introducing 2-digit subtraction with regrouping includes scripted mini-lessons and a math workstation!INCLUDES:☀️ Three scripted mini-lessons utilizing place value mats to lead students through the developmental steps for computational fluency: Direct modeling (concrete)Expanded form (abstract)Standard algorithm (abstract)The lessons show how to overlap t
Preview of Potato Olympics

Potato Olympics

This is a whole day interdisciplinary classroom event. Students dress up a potato based on a country. They bring them in on the day of the Potato Olympics. Students choose Olympic events to participate in. Then, there are opening ceremonies where each student presents their potato athlete and their biography. Then, students compete in the different events. The top three potatoes in each event earn medals which are presented at the closing ceremonies. Product Includes: Description of Pota
Preview of Introduction to Division with Equal Groups, Division Word Problems & Activities

Introduction to Division with Equal Groups, Division Word Problems & Activities

Created by
Amy Lemons
Is it time to introduce division to your 2nd or 3rd grade students? These activities were created to enhance math instruction in your elementary classroom! Students create division situations, solve division word problems, and divide objects into equal groups.Here is what is included in this division resource:Division Anchor Chart TemplatesDivision Focus PostersDraw and Divide PrintablesI Spy Division ActivityThe Doorbell Rang Activity and BookletCraving Cookies Monster Math Craft ActivityCookie
Preview of STEM Activities Games Challenges End of the Year STEAM Coding Pinball Foosball

STEM Activities Games Challenges End of the Year STEAM Coding Pinball Foosball

Created by
StudentSavvy
STEM Gamers - Games ChallengesPerfect challenges for students who love technology and games! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! This resource is part of the STEM / STEAM All Year Long Curriculum Bundle – 28 Challenges!There are 3 Game-related STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has detailed directions, photo examples, a list of materials needed, a prediction se
Preview of Grade 3/4 MEGA FULL YEAR SMATH BUNDLE

Grade 3/4 MEGA FULL YEAR SMATH BUNDLE

Note: At Your Seat activities (and answer keys) are now being added to this resource and will be ready for September 2024Looking to transform your math program, increase student engagement and meet all the needs of your students? The balanced math workshop model is a great way to provide mathematics instruction for today's complex classrooms.Using the SMATH workshop model, students will begin to engage with math in multiple ways:BUILDING FLUENCY with Skill PracticeCONNECTING using the Math Journ
Preview of Multiplication on a Number Line Fact Fluency Practice & Learning Multiples Chart

Multiplication on a Number Line Fact Fluency Practice & Learning Multiples Chart

Do your upper grades students need help learning their multiplication facts? These multiplication number lines are a great way to practice multiplication fact fluency, repeated addition, and multiples with your students. The hands-on aspect of this resource makes it fun and engaging for students to interact with!What's Included:24 What Equation is Represented on the Number Line Cards24 Fill in the Missing Multiples on the Number Line Cards2 Recording Sheets2 Answer KeysMultiples Number Line Refe
Preview of Math Interactive Notebook 3rd Grade Number and Operations in Base 10 & Fractions

Math Interactive Notebook 3rd Grade Number and Operations in Base 10 & Fractions

What are Interactive Math Notebooks?Interactive math notebooks are teaching pages used to introduce and teach math concepts and skills. Each set of notebook pages includes definitions, explanations, rules, and algorithms that may be needed to address each standard. Practice problems are included to be used for guided practice. Once completed, these pages serve as a great reference tool for students to refer back throughout the year.  How do I use them with my students?Notebook pages can be used
Preview of Area and Perimeter Activities and Lessons

Area and Perimeter Activities and Lessons

This set of five area and perimeter activities can help solidify your students’ understanding of area and perimeter in creative and engaging ways. These fun activities are all in alignment with the expectations for area and perimeter in the Common Core and other rigorous math standards for grades 3-4. How do I use them?I use these as a supplement for my textbook—and a replacement for some of the llow-level, fill-in-the-blank area and perimeter worksheets. Students love the hands-on, meaningfu
Preview of Three-Digit Subtraction: Open Number Line Strategy

Three-Digit Subtraction: Open Number Line Strategy

Created by
Brandy Shoemaker
"Jump! Hop! Step!" is an open number line strategy for subtracting three-digit numbers. Supports Common Core standards 2.NBT.5 and 3.NBT.2, subtraction within 1000 based on place value strategies.***Check out the PREVIEW and thumbnails for a detailed view of the strategy!***This strategy requires students to first draw an open number line ending in the first number of the equation, then expand the second number into hundreds, tens, and ones to determine the number of jumps (hundreds), hops (ten
Preview of Grade 3, Unit 2: Patterning (Ontario Math)

Grade 3, Unit 2: Patterning (Ontario Math)

The Grade 3, Unit 2: Patterning resource is a 120+-paged unit designed to meet the 2020 Ontario Mathematics curriculum expectations for the Algebra strand. This unit introduces students to what patterns are and focuses on the changing elements of patterns. Students continue to learn that patterns are made up of shapes, objects, materials, numbers, and letters. This unit also focuses heavily on growing and shrinking numeric patterns and making predictions as to what will come next in the pattern.
Preview of Math Interactive Notebook 3rd Grade Measurement & Data and Geometry

Math Interactive Notebook 3rd Grade Measurement & Data and Geometry

What are Interactive Math Notebooks?Interactive math notebooks are teaching pages used to introduce and teach math concepts and skills. Each set of notebook pages includes definitions, explanations, rules, and algorithms that may be needed to address each standard. Practice problems are included to be used for guided practice. Once completed, these pages serve as a great reference tool for students to refer back throughout the year.  How do I use them with my students?Notebook pages can be used
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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.