These 3rd grade word problems check all operations skills with cute gardening-themed pictures — just right for Tu BiShvat or Arbor Day!
Students solve one-step and two-step word problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in self-checking Google Sheets pixel art.

This digital math mystery includes 3 sets of 10 word problems each (30 problems total), designed for 3rd grade and early 4th grade learners. Students solve real-world word problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, revealing a pixel-art image automatically as they work.

The problems are carefully structured to build confidence while still providing challenge:

• easier problems first,
  
• more complex two-step mixed-operation problems later,
  
• and a final challenge-style problem in each set.
  

Each set includes 10 word problems with a gradual increase in complexity:

Problems 1–3:
One-step addition and subtraction word problems (within 100)

Problems 4–5:
One-step multiplication or division word problems (exact answers, within 100)

Problems 6–9:
Two-step and three-step word problems using mixed operations

Problem 10:
A word problem involving division with leftovers or missing items
(interpreting remainders in a real-life context)

This balance makes the activity ideal for:

• whole-class digital practice
  
• early finishers
  
• math centers
  
• independent work in Google Classroom
  

🔹 WHAT’S INCLUDED

✅ 3 digital Google Sheets mystery activities
✅ 30 word problems total (3 sets × 10 problems)
✅ self-checking format
✅ no prep — assign and go
✅ engaging pixel-art reveal images
✅ answer keys included

🔹 SKILLS PRACTICED

• addition and subtraction within 100
  
• multiplication and division
  
• two-step word problems
  
• all operations mixed practice
  
• reading and understanding math word problems
  

🔹 GRADE LEVEL

• 3rd Grade
  
• suitable for early 4th grade review or intervention