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Fractions Think Dots Bundle! Differentiated Critical Thinking Activities
This product is a GROWING BUNDLE of all of my fractions Think Dots boards. Currently, this download includes differentiated critical thinking activities for adding fractions and equivalent fractions. As more fraction Think Dots are added to my store, they will be added to this bundle.
You will save in the long run by purchasing this bundle now! Purchase it once, then re-download when additional boards are added at no charge! I am planning to add boards for fractions on a number line, subtracti
3rd - 5th
Fractions
CCSS
3.NF.A.3a
, 3.NF.A.3b
, 4.NF.B.3c
Adding Fractions - Think Dots - Differentiated Critical Thinking Activities
In my classroom, I'm constantly looking for ways to encourage students to think critically and to apply their knowledge, rather than simply sharing what they know on a fill in the blank work sheet. I teach gifted and high ability third grade students, and no two days are ever alike in my room! I incorporate reading and writing across the curriculum... These think dots are a great way to encourage writing skills in the mathematics classroom!
Think dots are a differentiation strategy designed to
3rd - 5th
Fractions
CCSS
4.NF.B.3c
Equivalent Fractions - Think Dots - Differentiated Critical Thinking Activities
In my classroom, I'm constantly looking for ways to encourage students to think critically and to apply their knowledge, rather than simply sharing what they know on a fill in the blank work sheet. I teach gifted and high ability third grade students, and no two days are ever alike in my room! I incorporate reading and writing across the curriculum... These think dots are a great way to encourage writing skills in the mathematics classroom!
Think dots are a differentiation strategy designed to
2nd - 4th
Fractions
CCSS
3.NF.A.3a
, 3.NF.A.3b
Exploring Fractions Pizza Shop Project Based Learning Meets Escape Room Activity
Combine the practical application of Project Based Learning math activities with the engaging puzzles of Escape Rooms for your second and third grade students learning fractions with this Exploring Fractions in Action Pizza Shop Activity! The unique way these worksheets are put together allows flexibility for use independent workbooks for your gifted and talented students, for small math groups, or as a math center activity. Pizza has been a time-tested theme for teaching fractions - but
2nd - 4th
Fractions, Math
Triangles - Scalene, Isosceles or Equilateral
25 printable pages exploring Scalene, Isosceles and Equilateral Triangles. Students also explore right triangles, a line of symmetry, fractional parts, equivalent fractions, vertices, area and perimeter, quadrilaterals, and more. Take a look at the Preview to see sample pages. And if you want something interesting, then take a look at these: Triangles and Circles and RectanglesIdentifying Polygons: Plane and Solid FiguresProblem Solving: Building Fences at the ZooFind the PatternCubes, C
2nd - 5th
Fractions, Geometry
CCSS
2.G.A.3
, 3.G.A.2
, 4.G.A.3
+1
Also included in: Geometry Enrichment BUNDLE
Fractions and Geometry
15 printable or digital pages exploring FRACTIONS and GEOMETRY. Students count the triangles, circles or squares on a page, using analysis and reasoning skills: Triangles: how many are shaded, overlapping, scalene, isosceles, equilateralSquares: how many are shaded, overlapping, inside another square, aloneCircles: how many are shaded, overlapping, inside another circle, aloneFraction work has never been more fun. Use these pages as a sponge activity, for early finishers, at a math cent
2nd - 7th
Fractions, Geometry
Also included in: Fractions BUNDLE
Fractions and Wildlife
15 printable or digital pages exploring FRACTIONS and WILDLIFE. Students count birds or mammals or reptiles, using analysis and reasoning skills: Hippos: how many have open mouths, are smart, are playful, are sitting…Tigers: how many are happy, serious, moving, show their tail…Bears: how many are musical, smart, athletic, on two feet…Bugs: how many are trapped, sleepy, smiling, bright…Spiders: how many are serious, waiting, facing left, facing right…Birds: how many are standing, sittin
2nd - 5th
Fractions
Also included in: New Teacher Activities - January (First Year Teacher) BUNDLE
Fractions and Numbers
16 printable or digital pages exploring fractions and numbers: Count the odd or even numbers, Count the multiples of 3 or 5 or 10, Count the palindromes, Count the numbers with a loop or curve or straight line, Count the one, two, three or four-digit numbers, Decimals (tenths and hundredths).PRINT: I created a PDF version that you can download on your computer and print for students to use in class or at home. Click on "Add one to cart" and download your copy. DIGITAL ACTIVITY: I created a
3rd - 5th
Fractions, Numbers
Also included in: Fractions BUNDLE
Digital Interactive Montessori Style Fractions Material - Distance Learning
This digital material is meant to mirror the Montessori Fractions Box. Because of its interactive nature, it can be used by teachers to introduce and model abstract concepts as well as by students as they practice follow-up activities. It can easily be shared with students through Google Classroom/Google Docs and can be screen-shared through many virtual meeting platforms for live lesson demonstrations. If you choose to do this, I suggest clicking on full screen view and eliminating speaker note
1st - 5th
Fractions, Math, Other (Math)
Also included in: Digital Interactive Montessori Math Materials Bundle - Distance Learning
Kitchen Chemists: Edible Experiments for Curious Minds (Safe,food-based science)
Ignite a passion for STEM with Kitchen Chemists—the ultimate guide to edible science! This award-winning resource by educator Syed Hammad Rizvi turns everyday ingredients into thrilling experiments. Kids learn core scientific principles through safe, taste-safe activities like erupting lemon volcanoes, crafting sugar glass, and making homemade ice cream while exploring: Real Chemistry Concepts: pH scales, osmosis, states of matter, chemical reactions & emulsionsDelicious Results: Every experim
3rd - 10th
For All Subjects, Fractions, General Science
Editable 3rd Grade Math Data Tracker CAASPP Prep | Scaled Score Dashboard
Save time, simplify your data analysis, and increase your CAASPP scores with this editable Math tracker designed for elementary teachers! *This product is meant to be used with IAB's, ICA's, FIAB's or anything else that gives results as CAASPP scaled score equivalencies. The intervention groupings are based on CAASPP score ranges.What the teacher does: Input student roster and scores each time an IAB, FIAB, or ICA is givenThat the tracking system does: Color codes each score by scaled score perf
3rd
Fractions, Geometry, Math Test Prep
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 3.MD.A.2
, 3.MD.B.3
+34
Also included in: 3rd Grade Data Tracking and Student Growth Kit- Rubber Duck Themed
Fractions on Number Lines - Lesson 4
This PowerPoint is for 3rd Grade. It is the fourth lesson in teaching fractions and introduces number lines. Items covered in this lesson are: Review numerator, denominator, and unit fractions. Then students are introduced to number lines and why we use them with fractions. We discuss why the denominator doesn't change while the numerator does using the number line as a visual. Students count up and down the number line past 1. They will compare and contrast those fractions with the whole number
3rd - 4th, Adult Education
Fractions, Vocabulary
CCSS
3.NF.A.2a
, 3.NF.A.2b
Digital Interactive Montessori Math Materials Bundle - Distance Learning
These digital materials are meant to mirror the Montessori Stamp Game, Snake Game, Decimal Board, Fraction Box, and Checkerboard. Because of their interactive nature, they can be used by teachers to introduce and model abstract concepts as well as by students as they practice follow-up activities. They can easily be shared with students through Google Classroom/Google Docs and can be screen-shared through many virtual meeting platforms for live lesson demonstrations. If you choose to do this, I
1st - 5th
Decimals, Fractions, Math
Recognising a Fraction
WS 3: Recognising Fractions Title: Recognising Fractions | Reading & Writing Fractions from Shapes | Year 3 Maths Description: Builds students’ understanding of fractions through shaded visual models. Learners practise identifying numerators and denominators, reading fractions from shapes, and shading shapes to match given fractions. What's Included: 6 shape-to-fraction questions 3 “shade the fraction” tasks Tom’s misconception check activity 1 challenge question exploring whole fraction
2nd - 3rd
Fractions
3rd Grade Fractions Extensions and Challenges - Gifted/Advanced
This product was designed for advanced/gifted students to explore the topic of multiplication and division at a deeper thinking level. Great for small group extensions, seat work, independent work for early finishers, and activities for students who demonstrate mastery on pretest. **Includes Answer Keys**5 Daily Extension Activities: - Conceptual Questions - Think about fractions at a deeper level through conceptual questions with no correct answer - Fraction Clues - Exploring fractions through
3rd - 4th
Fractions, Math
CCSS
3.NF.A.1
, 3.NF.A.3
, 3.NF.A.3a
+2
Also included in: Entire Gifted with Goldens TPT MATH Resources GROWING BUNDLE
Recognising Fractions Worksheet | Reading & Writing Fractions | Year 3 Maths
A visual fractions worksheet designed to help learners identify, read, write, and represent fractions using shaded shapes and equal parts. Students practise recognising numerators and denominators while developing deeper understanding of how fractions represent parts of a whole. This activity also encourages mathematical reasoning through misconception analysis and challenge questions. What's Included: 6 shape-to-fraction identification questions 3 “shade the fraction” tasks Tom’s misconcep
2nd - 3rd
Fractions
Mental Math Practice & Number Sense: Dividing & Rounding Rules, Calculating Tip
Mental Math Practice & Number Sense: Dividing & Rounding Rules, Calculating Tip Math BUNDLE • Mixed-level Montessori-inspired printable Extra Math help (10 printable pages + key):These quick, little Extra Mental Math Exercises go over:Review the most common rules for Divisibility (2, 5, 10, 25)Practice the standard rule for Rounding (whole numbers, decimal & mixed numbers)Explore a quick shortcut to calculating 10% and 20% of a number. How does memorizing rules help us with mental math? Here are
3rd - 6th
Applied Math, Fractions, Mental Math
CCSS
6.RP.A.3c
, MP1
, MP2
+3
Engaging Back to School Science and Math Bundle | Grade 2 and Grade 3
Engaging Back to School! Math & Science Bundle with Unique Activities.Get your students excited about learning with this Back-to-School Math and Science Bundle! Packed with inspiring and challenging activities, this resource is ideal for a successful start to the school year. Designed for Grades 1, 2, and 3, this bundle offers a seamless blend of fun and effective learning. ⭐️ Bonus File: Explore BeesWhat's Inside?This comprehensive bundle includes: ⭐️ Exciting Math Journal Prompts⭐️ Captivatin
2nd - 3rd
Basic Operations, Fractions
CCSS, NGSS
2.OA.A.1
, 3.NF.A.1
, 3.NF.A.2
+3
Inspiring Math Science Back to School Bundle | Grade 2 Grade 3
Inspiring Back to School! Math & Science Bundle with Engaging Activities.Get your students excited about learning with this unique Back to School Math and Science Bundle! Packed with engaging activities, this resource is perfect for starting a successful school year. Designed for Grades 2, and 3, this bundle offers a seamless blend of fun and effective learning. ⭐️ Bonus File: Design Animals Adapted to the RainforestWhat's Inside?This comprehensive bundle includes: ⭐️ Exciting Math Journal
2nd - 3rd
Basic Operations, Biology, Fractions
CCSS, NGSS
2.OA.A.1
, 3.NF.A.1
, 3.NF.A.2
+4
Math & Engineering Activities STEM Bundle | Centers and Math For K - 3rd
📚✨ STEM Mega Bundle | Math & Engineering Activities for Kindergarten–Grade 3 Make learning exciting, hands-on, and meaningful with this comprehensive STEM Mega Bundle! Designed for young learners, this bundle combines multiple engaging activities that help students explore math concepts through real-world applications, creativity, and problem-solving. This all-in-one resource includes four interactive STEM units: 📐 Geometry STEM | Explore Shapes, Angles, and Design ➗ Fractions STEM | Exp
K - 4th
Fractions, Geometry, Graphing
3rd Grade Math Mastery Tracker | TEKS-Aligned | Google Sheets | 9 Weeks
PRODUCT PREVIEW VIDEO!Take the stress out of tracking standards-based mastery with this digital Google Sheets™ tracker. This tool is perfect for Texas 3rd Grade Math teachers who want to stay organized, save time, and clearly monitor student progress throughout the school year. What’s Included:One Google Sheets™ fileEight tabs (two for each 9-week grading period)One summary page to track mastery across the yearBuilt-in checkboxes and formulas for quick scoring (Got It, Almost, Not Yet)Editable
3rd
Fractions, Geometry, Numbers
3rd Grade Math Mastery Tracker | TEKS-Aligned | Google Sheets | 6 Weeks
PRODUCT PREVIEW VIDEO!Take the stress out of tracking standards-based mastery with this digital Google Sheets™ tracker.This tool is perfect for Texas 3rd Grade Math teachers who want to stay organized, save time, and clearly monitor student progress throughout the school year. What’s Included:One Google Sheets™ fileTwelve tabs (two for each 6-week grading period)One summary page to track mastery across the yearBuilt-in checkboxes and formulas for quick scoring (Got It, Almost, Not Yet)Editable
3rd
Fractions, Geometry, Numbers
Bundle Math Steam Writing | Ocean Animal-Themed Grade 3
Bundle Math Steam and Writing Looking for a 3rd-grade resources that makes learning feel fresh and exciting? These Task Cards bring fun into your math classroom while building the foundational skills students need — multiplying within 100, understanding fractions of whole numbers, and applying both to real-world word problems! The writing prompts are engaging and fun, while the Steam activities provide a wonderful opportunity for hands-on projects. Accessibility: Calibri — a dyslex
3rd
Basic Operations, Creative Writing, Fractions
Deepen Math Thinking: Fractions, Geometry & Data Depth & Complexity Task Cards
Most math tasks ask students to find the answer. These ask them to think about the answer — and that's where the real learning happens. The Depth & Complexity Math Task Cards Bundle gives you three complete sets of higher-order thinking math tasks covering Fractions, Geometry, and Data & Graphing — all built around the Depth & Complexity framework so students aren't just computing, they're analyzing, reasoning, and making connections. Over 60 thought-provoking task cards across three sets.
3rd - 6th
Fractions, Geometry, Graphing
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