K5 Learning
Mixed Practice Word Problems #3
Seven word problems make up this mixed practice worksheet. Learners perform operations of addition and subtraction to solve problems using numbers up to 2,800.
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One Dollar
For this money practice worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems that involve sums of 1 dollar.
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Problem Solving with Multi-Step Number Stories
Pupils solve multi-step number stories. They create number models to solve number stories. Everyone chooses the appropriate operation to use after reading the problem, and then work in small groups to solve.
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Be a Problem Solving Star
Third graders observe a math problem and discuss what it is and what they should do with it. They are introduced to the STAR steps for problem solving and discuss how to use it to answer math problems as well as incorporating some of the...
Curriculum Corner
“I Can” Common Core! 3rd Grade Math
Help third graders make sense of the Common Core math standards with this simple checklist. By rewording each standard as an I can statement, children are provided with clear goals to focus on as they participate in math lessons.
Yummy Math
2015 Macy's Thanksgiving Parade
Take a seat on the parade route with a holiday-themed set of word problems. Young mathematicians answer questions based on the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Parade in New York City, including finding the average number of members in a...
Oddrobo Software
King of Math: Full Game
All hail the king! Young mathematicians put their skills to the test as they strive to become the king of math.
Teacher's Corner
Hey Batter, Wake Up!
Does jet lag affect a baseball team's performance in games? Read about how a baseball team's chance of winning a game can be affected by traveling over one, two, and three time zones. Readers then respond to five short answer questions...
Scholastic
Study Jams! Function Tables
Each week Mia saves a certain portion of the earnings from her babysitting job. Help her figure out how much she can save this week with a step-by-step presentation on function tables. Given a set of inputs and outputs, the process for...
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Broken Calculator Task 2
Start a class discussion around problem solving. This super short, simple presentation, tells children that their calculator is broken, then asks them to solve a single subtraction problem. They solve the problem and discuss the...
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Word Problems
Here is a very nice resource that presents 12 math word problems suitable for third and fourth graders. All four of the basic operations are used in these one-step problems. An answer key is provided on page two. This would make a very...
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Math Mammoth End of the Year Test - Grade 3
In this comprehensive diagnostic test instructional activity, learners examine, study, calculate and solve 38 math problems. They work with a variety of basic math concepts and word problems.
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Christmas Fraction Word Problems
Reinforce fraction skills with a Christmas-themed math worksheet. Scholars solve three word problems using fraction circles that represent a holiday pie.
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Reading Charts
How well can your third graders interpret data from a chart? Use this straightforward activity to reinforce problem-solving skills. After reading a school schedule, pupils answer ten questions about the information in the chart. A great...
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Reading Bar Graphs
Working on bar graphs in your math class? Use a thorough worksheet to reinforce graphing and problem solving skills with your third graders. After reviewing two bar graphs, young learners answer ten questions about the data represented...
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Leveled Problem Solving Finding Outcomes
In this finding outcomes practice learning exercise, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.
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Addition Word Problems 3, Version 3
In this addition word problems worksheet, students use their problem solving skills to solve 5 problems that require them to add using 1 and 2-digit numbers.
Scholastic
Study Jams! Estimate Whole Numbers
Watch animated slides as RJ explains how to round numbers to the nearest ten and thousand. Viewers then get a chance to try it themselves.
Baylor College
Air: The Math Link
Inflate this unit on the science of air with these math skills practice and word problems. Accompanying the children's story Mr. Slaptail's Secret, this resource covers a wide range of math topics including the four basic operations,...
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Number Puzzles: Finding ways to solve them
There are four different word problems (number puzzles) for learners to solve. Each one requires them to think critically about the operation they'll need to use and encourages class discussion. Use as a warm up or prior to a lesson on...
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The Grapes of Math
Students "think" through mathematical problem solving and provide solutions using a variety of strategies after listening to Greg Tang's book, The Grapes of Math.
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Problem Solving: Logical Reasoning problem solving 13.4
In this problem solving with logical reasoning worksheet, students read a word problem and write short answers to show the steps for understanding, planning, solving, and checking. Students write four short answers.
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Compare Fractions
In this comparing fractions practice activity, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems that require them to compare fractions.
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Use the Associative Property
In this multiplication practice worksheet, learners sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems that require them to use the associative property.