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FREE 2nd Grade Math Project Based Learning 3 Digit Addition and Subtraction PBL
FREE 2nd Grade Math Project Based Learning 3 Digit Addition and Subtraction PBL
FREE 2nd Grade Math Project Based Learning 3 Digit Addition and Subtraction PBL
FREE 2nd Grade Math Project Based Learning 3 Digit Addition and Subtraction PBL
FREE 2nd Grade Math Project Based Learning 3 Digit Addition and Subtraction PBL
FREE 2nd Grade Math Project Based Learning 3 Digit Addition and Subtraction PBL
FREE 2nd Grade Math Project Based Learning 3 Digit Addition and Subtraction PBL
FREE 2nd Grade Math Project Based Learning 3 Digit Addition and Subtraction PBL
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Description

This 2nd-grade math project-based learning resource is a great way to review second-grade math topics such as addition and subtraction of two and three-digit numbers, comparing up to 3-digit numbers, and more. If you are looking for ENGAGING and LOW PREP immersive PBL activities for your students, then this resource was made for YOU! This project-based learning activity for second graders comes in a full-color printable for students to do with a small group, as a whole class, or in an independent math center. Enjoy the immersive safari theme that your students will love without having to plan (lesson plans, instructions, and answer keys included!). Keep reading for a full description of this content-rich resource!

This Resource Includes:

  • An engaging and ZERO PREP 3-page safari-themed project-based learning activity that your second-grade students will love!
  • This printable activity comes in full color and black and white.
  • Lesson plan and answer keys for all student work pages included!

Take a Peek Inside the PBL Activity!

  • Taking Pictures: Students will add, subtract, and compare 3-digit numbers while solving 1-2 step word problems involving the pictures that they take to document their trip. (3 pgs.)

⭐Interested in this resource? Check out the FULL VERSION HERE! It includes 9 pages of PBL activities, 1 printable game, 1 student reflection page, 5 teacher lesson plans for a full week of activities, and answer keys for all activities!

How to Use This Resource in Your Classroom:

Instructions:

  • Print and copy this activity for each student. Save ink with the printer-friendly version included!
  • Use this activity for REVIEW AND PRACTICE after students have learned the content.
  • Students should be able to complete the activity in 20-30 minutes.

Activity Variations:

  • This activity is PERFECT for math centers! Students can work independently or with a small group.
  • Use this activity with a teacher-led small group for students that need extra guidance and support.
  • Leave these activities for a substitute to do with students!
  • Have a teacher aide or parent volunteer work through problems with students that are struggling.

How will this resource benefit my students:

  • Students work through a combination of different 2nd-grade math standards to practice fluency and gain comprehension.
  • The immersive “African Safari” theme engages students and allows them to think conceptually about what they are learning.

How will this resource benefit me?

  • This resource is Common-Core aligned, and full of valuable content-rich activities designed to challenge your students while still being fun and engaging.
  • It is LOW PREP and mostly independent, which allows you to work with individual students and meet their needs while your class works quietly.

Related Resources: Check out the 2nd Grade Project Based Learning Vacation Bundle, and each of the fun themes included:

SAVE MONEY by purchasing the 2nd Grade Project Based Learning Vacation BUNDLE, which includes 6 engaging and content-rich rigorous PBL Workbooks! Continue reading for a full description of how you and your students can benefit from these resources.

If you like what you see, FOLLOW ME! I create content-rich engaging elementary math resources for teachers like YOU!

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FREE 2nd Grade Math Project Based Learning 3 Digit Addition and Subtraction PBL

Rated 4.86 out of 5, based on 7 reviews
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2nd
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Teaching Duration
1 Week

Description

This 2nd-grade math project-based learning resource is a great way to review second-grade math topics such as addition and subtraction of two and three-digit numbers, comparing up to 3-digit numbers, and more. If you are looking for ENGAGING and LOW PREP immersive PBL activities for your students, then this resource was made for YOU! This project-based learning activity for second graders comes in a full-color printable for students to do with a small group, as a whole class, or in an independent math center. Enjoy the immersive safari theme that your students will love without having to plan (lesson plans, instructions, and answer keys included!). Keep reading for a full description of this content-rich resource!

This Resource Includes:

  • An engaging and ZERO PREP 3-page safari-themed project-based learning activity that your second-grade students will love!
  • This printable activity comes in full color and black and white.
  • Lesson plan and answer keys for all student work pages included!

Take a Peek Inside the PBL Activity!

  • Taking Pictures: Students will add, subtract, and compare 3-digit numbers while solving 1-2 step word problems involving the pictures that they take to document their trip. (3 pgs.)

⭐Interested in this resource? Check out the FULL VERSION HERE! It includes 9 pages of PBL activities, 1 printable game, 1 student reflection page, 5 teacher lesson plans for a full week of activities, and answer keys for all activities!

How to Use This Resource in Your Classroom:

Instructions:

  • Print and copy this activity for each student. Save ink with the printer-friendly version included!
  • Use this activity for REVIEW AND PRACTICE after students have learned the content.
  • Students should be able to complete the activity in 20-30 minutes.

Activity Variations:

  • This activity is PERFECT for math centers! Students can work independently or with a small group.
  • Use this activity with a teacher-led small group for students that need extra guidance and support.
  • Leave these activities for a substitute to do with students!
  • Have a teacher aide or parent volunteer work through problems with students that are struggling.

How will this resource benefit my students:

  • Students work through a combination of different 2nd-grade math standards to practice fluency and gain comprehension.
  • The immersive “African Safari” theme engages students and allows them to think conceptually about what they are learning.

How will this resource benefit me?

  • This resource is Common-Core aligned, and full of valuable content-rich activities designed to challenge your students while still being fun and engaging.
  • It is LOW PREP and mostly independent, which allows you to work with individual students and meet their needs while your class works quietly.

Related Resources: Check out the 2nd Grade Project Based Learning Vacation Bundle, and each of the fun themes included:

SAVE MONEY by purchasing the 2nd Grade Project Based Learning Vacation BUNDLE, which includes 6 engaging and content-rich rigorous PBL Workbooks! Continue reading for a full description of how you and your students can benefit from these resources.

If you like what you see, FOLLOW ME! I create content-rich engaging elementary math resources for teachers like YOU!

DID YOU KNOW that if you leave a review on a product you love from TPT that you can earn store credit toward your next purchase? And as teachers, who doesn’t love to save money and earn free stuff?! If you enjoyed this resource, LEAVE A REVIEW to work towards earning that next amazing resource for your students.

Report this resource to TPT
Reported resources will be reviewed by our team. Report this resource to let us know if this resource violates TPT's content guidelines.

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Rated 4.86 out of 5, based on 7 reviews
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Rated 5 out of 5
July 23, 2025
Great summative project for students at the end of the year.
Jodi W.
62 reviews
Grades taught: 2nd
Rated 5 out of 5
June 30, 2025
This resource was exactly what I needed! It was clearly organized, easy to implement, and aligned well with instructional goals. My students were engaged and successful, and the materials saved me valuable planning time. I appreciate the attention to detail and thoughtful design—thank you for creating such a high-quality tool for educators!
Jennifer R.
3,014 reviews
Grades taught: 2nd
Rated 5 out of 5
May 19, 2025
My students love these PBL activities They are highly engaged whenever we complete these.
Tricia B.
286 reviews
Grades taught: 2nd
Student populations: Learning difficulties
Rated 5 out of 5
May 1, 2025
My students loved using this resource for their morning work! They were engaged in the resource and had no trouble getting started. It didn't take much time to prepare this resource, so it was easy for me to use in a time crunch. I adapted it a little bit for my emerging bilingual students and had them skip some of the more challenging questions!
Gabby M.
1 review
Grades taught: 3rd
Student populations: Emerging bilinguals, Learning difficulties
Rated 5 out of 5
March 16, 2024
My students enjoyed this resource. It makes learning fun!
Melissa V.
157 reviews
Grades taught: 2nd
Rated 5 out of 5
September 3, 2023
This resource was used last school year for my 2nd graders at the end of the school year.
Grant B.
270 reviews
Grades taught: 2nd
Rated 4 out of 5
April 10, 2023
This resource was used with students who struggle with multi-digit addition and subtraction, during math intervention time.
Jen H.
86 reviews
Grades taught: 3rd
Student populations: Learning difficulties

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Standards

to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).
Tell and write time from analog and digital clocks to the nearest five minutes, using a.m. and p.m.
Draw a picture graph and a bar graph (with single-unit scale) to represent a data set with up to four categories. Solve simple put-together, take-apart, and compare problems using information presented in a bar graph.
Understand that the three digits of a three-digit number represent amounts of hundreds, tens, and ones; e.g., 706 equals 7 hundreds, 0 tens, and 6 ones. Understand the following as special cases:
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