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Preview of Squirrel's New Year's Resolution: Creative Arts Writing | Independent Activities

Squirrel's New Year's Resolution: Creative Arts Writing | Independent Activities

2024 Squirrel's New Year's Resolution9 printable hats/crowns to accompany the book Squirrel's New Year's Resolution.PLEASE NOTE: 2024 VERSION IS NOW AVAILABLE_______________________________________________________________________________________Squirrel New Year's Resolution Crowns/Hats (pages 2 to 9) Optional Bands (page 10)Extra Crown/Hat (page 11) Optional Bands (page 12)Squirrel's New Year's Resolution Writing Prompts: *A resolution is..........*This year, I will try to....NEW YEAR 2024 N
Preview of Algebra: Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

Algebra: Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan Algebra**About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the algebraic concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to learn and review the concepts in unique ways. Each task sheet is organized around a central problem taken from real-life experiences of the students. The pages of this resource contain a variety in terms of levels of difficulty and content to provide students w
Preview of Data Analysis & Probability: Drill Sheets Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

Data Analysis & Probability: Drill Sheets Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

This is the chapter slice "Drill Sheets Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Data Analysis & Probability"About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the data analysis & probability concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages your students to review the concepts in unique ways. Each drill sheet contains warm-up and timed drill activities for the student to practice data analysis & probability concepts. The pages of this resource contain a variety of co
Preview of Measurement: Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

Measurement: Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Measurement"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the measurement concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to learn and review the concepts in unique ways. We provide students the opportunity to learn, review, and master essential measurement skills by encouraging them to use, compare, analyze, and assess different units of measurement. Students will reinforce
Preview of Basketball Game Activity and Editable Entry Tickets

Basketball Game Activity and Editable Entry Tickets

Are you looking for a basketball unit activity? check out these basketball tickets, they will DEFINITELY have your kids pumped up and eager for the day ahead. You have to hand out these tickets the day before your activity day and give students no more information other than what's on the tickets. Tell kids that they need to bring the tickets back the following day in order to enter the classroom. This will spark their intense interest and excitement for the next day! You will receive five diffe
Preview of Algebra - Task & Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 - Canadian Content

Algebra - Task & Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 - Canadian Content

**Please Note: this resource contains Canadian content, for American content, please see "Algebra - Task & Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 - Common Core Aligned"** For grades 3-5, our combined resource meets the algebraic concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to review the concepts in unique ways. The task sheets introduce the mathematical concepts to the students around a central problem taken from real-life experiences, while the drill sheets provide warm-up and timed p
Preview of Number & Operations: Drill Sheets Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

Number & Operations: Drill Sheets Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Drill Sheets Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Number & Operations"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the number & operations concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to review the concepts in unique ways. Each drill sheet contains warm-up and timed drill activities for the student to practice number & operations concepts. The pages of this resource contain a variety in terms of levels of dif
Preview of Data Analysis & Probability: Drill Sheets Vol. 2 Gr. 3-5

Data Analysis & Probability: Drill Sheets Vol. 2 Gr. 3-5

This is the chapter slice "Drill Sheets Vol. 2 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Data Analysis & Probability"About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the data analysis & probability concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages your students to review the concepts in unique ways. Each drill sheet contains warm-up and timed drill activities for the student to practice data analysis & probability concepts. The pages of this resource contain a variety of co
Preview of Measurement: Drill Sheets Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

Measurement: Drill Sheets Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Drill Sheets Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Measurement"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the measurement concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to review the concepts in unique ways. Each drill sheet contains warm-up and timed drill activities for the student to practice measurement concepts. Students will reinforce and develop their knowledge of measurement tools including: length, volume, time,
Preview of Geometry: Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

Geometry: Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Geometry"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the geometry concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to learn and review the concepts in unique ways. Each task sheet is organized around a central problem taken from real-life experiences of the students. The pages of this resource contain a variety in terms of levels of difficulty and content so as to provide s
Preview of Fruits and Vegetables Unit Study

Fruits and Vegetables Unit Study

Create healthy habits! Learn about fruits and vegetables with this themed activity pack! If you are looking for a new monthly or weekly theme or to create a new unit study, this resource makes planning easy! Includes printables and activities for planning, writing, skill building, creative responses, student research and reflection, project ideas and more! All about fruits and vegetables! Use to plan a unit, mini-unit, or as part of a nature or seasons exploration or larger science/nature, healt
Preview of Algebra: Drill Sheets Vol. 4 Gr. 3-5

Algebra: Drill Sheets Vol. 4 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Drill Sheets Vol. 4 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Algebra"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the algebraic concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to review the concepts in unique ways. Each drill sheet contains warm-up and timed drill activities for the student to practice algebra concepts. The pages of this resource contain a variety in terms of levels of difficulty and content to provide students with a
Preview of Geometry - Task & Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 - Canadian Content

Geometry - Task & Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 - Canadian Content

**Please Note: this resource contains Canadian content, for American content, please see "Geometry - Task & Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 - Common Core Aligned"** For grades 3-5, our combined resource meets the geometry concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to review the concepts in unique ways. The task sheets introduce the mathematical concepts to the students around a central problem taken from real-life experiences, while the drill sheets provide warm-up and timed p
Preview of Number & Operations - Task & Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 - Canadian Content

Number & Operations - Task & Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 - Canadian Content

**Please Note: this resource contains Canadian content, for American content, please see "Number & Operations - Task & Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 - Common Core Aligned"** For grades 3-5, our combined resource meets the number & operations concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to review the concepts in unique ways. The task sheets introduce the mathematical concepts to the students around a central problem taken from real-life experiences, while the drill shee
Preview of Measurement - Task & Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 - Canadian Content

Measurement - Task & Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 - Canadian Content

**Please Note: this resource contains Canadian content, for American content, please see "Measurement - Task & Drill Sheets Gr. 3-5 - Common Core Aligned"** For grades 3-5, our combined resource meets the measurement concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to review the concepts in unique ways. The task sheets introduce the mathematical concepts to the students, while the drill sheets provide warm-up and timed practice questions to strengthen students’ procedural
Preview of Data Analysis & Probability: Word Problems Vol. 2 Gr. 3-5

Data Analysis & Probability: Word Problems Vol. 2 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Word Problems Vol. 2 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Data Analysis & Probability"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the data analysis & probability concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages your students to learn and review the concepts in unique ways. Each task sheet is organized around a central problem taken from real-life experiences of the students. The pages of this resource contain a variety of content and l
Preview of Turkey Activities | Math Science Reading Writing | Thanksgiving | Booklet

Turkey Activities | Math Science Reading Writing | Thanksgiving | Booklet

Connect a Thanksgiving concept into all content areas! This printable and digital thematic animal unit about turkeys covers cross-curriculum content using reading, writing, math, and science skills for students in grades 2 or 3. Talk about making connections! This independent work packet also includes a student-made booklet! I use this product in order to cover multiple content areas in one lesson. This is also great for an independent center or even homework! I also typically assign this to my
Preview of Data Analysis & Probability: Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

Data Analysis & Probability: Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Data Analysis & Probability"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the data analysis & probability concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages your students to learn and review the concepts in unique ways. Each task sheet is organized around a central problem taken from real-life experiences of the students. The pages of this resource contain a variety of content and l
Preview of Data Analysis & Probability: Word Problems Vol. 5 Gr. 3-5

Data Analysis & Probability: Word Problems Vol. 5 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Word Problems Vol. 5 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Data Analysis & Probability"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the data analysis & probability concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages your students to learn and review the concepts in unique ways. Each task sheet is organized around a central problem taken from real-life experiences of the students. The pages of this resource contain a variety of content and l
Preview of Number & Operations: Word Problems Vol. 3 Gr. 3-5

Number & Operations: Word Problems Vol. 3 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Word Problems Vol. 3 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Number & Operations"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the number & operations concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to learn and review the concepts in unique ways. Each task sheet is organized around a central problem taken from real-life experiences of the students. The pages of this resource contain a variety in terms of levels of difficulty
Preview of Measurement: Drill Sheets Vol. 4 Gr. 3-5

Measurement: Drill Sheets Vol. 4 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Drill Sheets Vol. 4 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Measurement"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the measurement concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to review the concepts in unique ways. Each drill sheet contains warm-up and timed drill activities for the student to practice measurement concepts. Students will reinforce and develop their knowledge of measurement tools including: length, volume, time,
Preview of Number & Operations: Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

Number & Operations: Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Word Problems Vol. 1 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Number & Operations"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the number & operations concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to learn and review the concepts in unique ways. Each task sheet is organized around a central problem taken from real-life experiences of the students. The pages of this resource contain a variety in terms of levels of difficulty
Preview of Measurement: Word Problems Vol. 5 Gr. 3-5

Measurement: Word Problems Vol. 5 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Word Problems Vol. 5 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Measurement"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the measurement concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to learn and review the concepts in unique ways. We provide students the opportunity to learn, review, and master essential measurement skills by encouraging them to use, compare, analyze, and assess different units of measurement. Students will reinforce
Preview of Algebra: Drill Sheets Vol. 6 Gr. 3-5

Algebra: Drill Sheets Vol. 6 Gr. 3-5

**This is the chapter slice "Drill Sheets Vol. 6 Gr. 3-5" from the full lesson plan "Algebra"** About the FULL RESOURCE:For grades 3-5, our resource meets the algebraic concepts addressed by the NCTM standards and encourages the students to review the concepts in unique ways. Each drill sheet contains warm-up and timed drill activities for the student to practice algebra concepts. The pages of this resource contain a variety in terms of levels of difficulty and content to provide students with a
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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.