Looking for a fun, no-prep way to keep students engaged during March Madness while still hitting essential math skills?
This March Madness Math Pack is packed with basketball-themed worksheets that blend computation, problem solving, money, time, and creative thinking. It is perfect for centers, morning work, small groups, or whole-class practice.

Designed for 2nd–3rd grade, this resource keeps learning rigorous and exciting during tournament season. Students will practice core math concepts while working through engaging scenarios featuring playful basketball characters and real-world applications.

Whether you’re filling time in March, planning themed math days, or just want something fresh that still aligns with standards, this packet has you covered.

WHAT’S INCLUDED (16 PAGES TOTAL)

Addition 1-Step Word Problems (CUBES Strategy)
• Students circle numbers, underline questions, box keywords, and solve
• Basketball-themed story problems for comprehension + strategy practice

Counting Coins Worksheets
• Mixed coins pages
• Like coins pages
• Sweet 16 concession stand theme

Double-Digit Addition Practice
• With regrouping
• Without regrouping

Double-Digit Subtraction Practice
• With regrouping
• Without regrouping

Arrays Practice
• Write addition sentences based on visual arrays

Even & Odd Identification

Telling Time Practice
• Students match analog clocks to correct digital times

March Madness Reading Passage + Comprehension
• Informational text about the NCAA tournament
• 4 multiple-choice questions

Creative Design + Expository Writing
• Design a basketball jersey
• Explain team name, mascot, colors, and design choices
• Final writing page included