These line matching puzzles cover 5 new vocabulary words essential to 3rd grade multiplication and review 10 vocabulary words from 2nd grade.

Each puzzle has a definition and graphic to help students better understand each definition. Each side of this 2-page puzzle has more vocabulary words than definitions to add extra challenge. If students correctly match each vocabulary word a secret word is revealed -- making the activity partially self-checking.

The first step in mastering any subject is developing fluency in the vocabulary of the topic. Students often misunderstand directions and concepts because they don't fully understand the vocabulary used during classroom instruction or on assignments.