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November Project Based Learning Math Project - 4th Grade Thanksgiving Math Task
This differentiated open-ended math project challenges 4th grade and 5th grade students with real-world problem solving centered around planning a holiday feast. Students apply addition and subtraction, elapsed time, basic multiplication, and multi-step problem solving through a low floor high ceiling task — at two levels so every learner is challenged. This isn't a worksheet. It's a thinking task.Your students are going to plan an entire holiday meal — figuring out how much food to make, how lo
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Other (Math), Telling Time
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
+4
Differentiated Real World Math Projects | Open-Ended Problem Solving Tasks
This bundle brings together 7 differentiated open-ended math projects for 4th grade and 5th grade students — each one a low floor high ceiling real-world problem solving task available at two levels of challenge. This isn't a worksheet collection. It's a thinking collection. Save up to 30% compared to purchasing individually.Each project puts students in a real situation — managing a budget, planning a meal, making strategic decisions — and asks them to figure out what to do, show their work, an
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 3.NBT.A.2
, 4.NBT.B.4
+7
Amusement Park Differentiated Math Project Open-Ended Problem Solving | 4th 5th
This differentiated open-ended math project challenges 4th grade and 5th grade students with real-world problem solving using an amusement park theme. Students apply number sense, critical thinking, and written math reasoning through a low floor high ceiling task — available at two levels so every learner is challenged. This isn't a worksheet. It's a thinking task. Your students are going to plan a day at the amusement park — comparing prices, making decisions with a budget, and explaining their
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Money Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 3.NBT.A.2
, 4.NBT.B.4
+6
3rd Math Review | Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide, Measurement in Feet
If you're looking for an exciting and engaging way to review your 3rd grade math standards on measurement and basic arithmetic operations, look no further than this fast food PBL! This comprehensive unit is designed to help your students develop a deep understanding of basic measurement (in feet), while also strengthening their skills in adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers. With a focus on project-based learning and real-world applications, our program will help your stu
3rd - 4th
Basic Operations, Math, Measurement
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.6
, 3.MD.C.7
+3
Also included in: Math Project-based Learning for 3rd Grade Bundle: 6 Awesome Projects!
Area and Perimeter Project - Math Measurement Enrichment Activities & Tasks
Need area & perimeter enrichment to challenge your fast finishers and help make connections to real-life? This area & perimeter measurement project based learning activity that extends understanding and includes many multistep word problems to challenge your students. Perfect for:- Project Based Learning Activity - Skills Practice - Review or Test Prep - Test or Assessment - Enrichment - Fast Finisher Challenges - Cooperative Learning Partner or Small Group Work - Differentiated Math Station
3rd - 5th
Measurement
Sleepover Differentiated Math Project | Open-Ended Problem Solving | 4th 5th
This differentiated open-ended math project challenges 4th grade and 5th grade students with real-world problem solving centered around planning the perfect sleepover. Students apply money skills, elapsed time, basic multiplication, and multi-step problem solving through a low floor high ceiling task — at two levels so every learner is challenged. This isn't a worksheet. It's a thinking task.Your students are going to plan an entire sleepover — choosing movies, ordering food, managing a budget,
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Math, Money Math
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
, 3.NBT.A.2
+5
Differentiated Valentine Math Project | Open-Ended Problem Solving | 4th 5th
This differentiated open-ended math project challenges 4th grade and 5th grade students with real-world problem solving centered around planning a Valentine's Day classroom celebration. Students apply money skills, addition and subtraction, basic multiplication, and multi-step problem solving through a low floor high ceiling task — at two levels so every learner is challenged. This isn't a worksheet. It's a thinking task. Your students are going to plan an entire Valentine's Day party — choosing
3rd - 5th
Math, Money Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NBT.A.2
, 4.NBT.B.4
, 3.OA.D.8
+4
Holiday Cookie Christmas Math Project, Differentiated Open-Ended Problem Solving
This differentiated Christmas math project challenges 4th grade and 5th grade students with real-world problem solving centered around holiday cookie baking. Students apply fraction and mixed number addition and subtraction, basic multiplication, table reading, and multi-step problem solving through a low floor high ceiling task — at two levels so every learner is challenged. This isn't a worksheet. It's a thinking task. Note: Although this resource works beautifully as a Christmas math activity
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NBT.A.2
, 3.NBT.A.3
, 4.NBT.B.4
+15
Differentiated Back to School Math Project | Open-Ended Problem Solving | 4th 5t
This differentiated open-ended math project challenges 4th grade and 5th grade students with real-world problem solving centered around a back-to-school shopping challenge. Students apply money skills, addition and subtraction, basic multiplication, and multi-step problem solving through a low floor high ceiling task — at two levels so every learner is challenged. This isn't a worksheet. It's a thinking task. Your students are going to shop for back-to-school clothes and supplies — comparing pri
2nd - 4th
Arithmetic, Money Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 4.NBT.B.4
, 4.OA.A.3
+3
Bake Sale Differentiated Math Project | Open-Ended Problem Solving | 4th - 5th
This differentiated open-ended math project challenges 4th grade and 5th grade students with real-world problem solving centered around planning a bake sale to raise money for an animal shelter. Students apply addition and subtraction with money, basic multiplication, table reading, and multi-step problem solving through a low floor high ceiling task — at two levels so every learner is challenged. This isn't a worksheet. It's a thinking task. Your students are going to plan an entire bake sale —
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 4.NBT.B.4
, 4.OA.A.3
+4
Project Based Learning - Pet Budgeting Project (Google Slides/Distance Learning)
** UPDATED PDF and Google Slides versions are available for download**This is a budgeting project I created for a Grade 3 Math Enrichment class. Students will be given an annual budget and then engage in a simulated pet adoption. Students must budget for one-time and monthly expenses for their pet, as well as use their money wisely to hire a pet sitter! The budget might be tight so students must also earn some money through chores. This is a fun and engaging way to end a Math unit on Mone
3rd - 5th
Math
GRADE 3/MULTI-STEP WORD PROBLEM KNOCKOUT/Math Review Game/Test Prep Activity
Make math review exciting with this Grade 3 Multi-Step Word Problem Knockout Game! This interactive team-based review game helps students practice solving rigorous multi-step word problems while building confidence, collaboration, and mathematical reasoning skills. Students compete in knockout rounds while applying addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and problem-solving strategies in an engaging game format. Perfect for: ✔ Test Prep ✔ Whole Group Review ✔ Math Centers ✔ Interven
3rd
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Math Test Prep
CCSS
3.OA.D.8
, 4.OA.A.3
Also included in: Grades 3–5 Multi-Step Word Problems Knockout Bundle/Math Review Games
Run A Business Project Based Learning
This is a Project Based Learning activity that teaches students about running their very own business! It focuses on collaborative opportunities through hands-on experiences for students to engage in their learning. Students will create a business plan and follow through by running their business. Project Based Learning: Run A Business This product includes differentiated activities, math skills, reading, research, writing, vocabulary, problem solving, aligned with Common Core, and extension ac
2nd - 5th
Applied Math, Graphing, Math
CCSS
2.MD.D.10
, 3.MD.B.3
, 2.NBT.B.5
+10
Pi Themed Math Project - 2nd graders
I created this Pi Day project for the month of March to extend the regular curriculum and provide an additional challenge for 2nd grade students who need more. Many of the problems are at a 3rd grade level. However, I found 2nd graders LOVE coordinate graphing and the opportunity to do some simple multiplication and division so you will find a bit of these types of problems too. This project is meant to be challenging. I have done it with 2nd grade students. Although I believe all 2nd grade
2nd - 3rd
Basic Operations, Graphing, Money Math
4th Grade Place Value to the Millions Project Based Learning Enrichment Activity
Looking for a fun, standards-aligned way to reinforce 4.NBT.2 place value forms in your fourth-grade classroom? This 4th grade place value to the millions review project based learning enrichment activity blends real-world application, critical thinking, and engaging visuals — perfect for your place value unit! Students become sports commentators for the Paris 2024 Summer Games and beyond, as they explore place value in standard form, expanded form, and word form — and then apply their learning
3rd - 4th
Basic Operations, Math, Place Value
CCSS
4.NBT.A.2
, CCRA.R.7
4 Valentine’s Day Stations – SEL, STEM, Math, Writing & ELA - 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Looking for meaningful Valentine’s Day stations that feel festive without turning the day into a time filler or full party mode? This Valentine’s Day Stations bundle includes four low-prep, high-engagement activities that span SEL, STEM, math, writing, and ELA. Each station is designed to keep kids learning, collaborating, and thinking while still enjoying the Valentine’s Day theme. These stations work especially well for grades 3–6, with built-in flexibility that allows you to simplify or e
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
Four Leaf Clover Science & Math Activity – St Patrick’s Day Shamrock Math Game
This four leaf clover science and math activity is a hands-on St. Patrick’s Day STEM challenge where kids design, test, and improve a four leaf clover flying disc while exploring shamrock math, leprechaun math, and probability. Students complete the building and testing with simple materials, then use printable handouts or Google Slides to record data, analyze results, and extend their thinking. 🍀 How the Four Leaf Clover Science & Math Activity WorksKids work independently or in small groups
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Montessori Place Value Conversion Worksheets - Montessori Golden Beads
Need thorough place value worksheets for kids to practice place value conversions and word problems? These Montessori place value worksheets cover the tens, hundreds, thousands, millions, and billions. They were developed as Montessori golden beads based activities, but are perfect for any elementary place value unit! Click on the ⭐️ PREVIEW⭐️ for a visual walk through of what’s included and how it all works together! These 10 worksheets allow a student to practice with place value concepts
K - 3rd
Math, Numbers, Place Value
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.NBT.A.1
, 1.NBT.B.2
+7
Early Finishers Monthly Logic Puzzles Third Grade Mega Bundle Fast Finishers
Grab this mega early finisher and gifted bundle! ⭐ It's currently half price!If you are a 3rd-grade teacher, you will LOVE this mega bundle of 144 Monthly Logic Puzzles for fast finishers and gifted! No matter how much you differentiate for your different levels, there will always be early finishers. Having these brain teaser logic puzzles at your fingertips will keep those eager brains learning and motivated, and you won't have to be continuously searching for "more" - more early finisher a
3rd
Mental Math
CCSS
3.OA.A.4
, 3.OA.B.5
, 3.OA.C.7
+5
Design a Eco-Friendly Tiny House Project
Looking for an engaging, real-world project that combines creativity, critical thinking, math, science, and persuasive writing? The Eco-Friendly Tiny Home Project challenges students to become architects, engineers, and environmental designers as they create their own sustainable tiny home!Students will research environmentally friendly building practices, design a scaled blueprint, construct a 3D model, and create a persuasive open house flyer to showcase their innovative home design. This hand
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Other (ELA), Writing
Party Budget- PBL Math Enrichment Project (Google Slides/PDF)
*Google Folder download - contains Google Slides as well as PDF versions* In this project based learning math enrichment project, students are given a budget (you will set) to plan their own ultimate birthday party. Students will calculate the costs for party supplies, party venue and food while planning for the number of guests they will invite. Next students will create their party schedule and practice elapsed time. There are also word problems and cake cutting challenges that requir
2nd - 4th
Math
CCSS
2.MD.C.8
, 3.MD.A.1
, 3.OA.A.1
+2
Quardilateral City | 3rd Grade Quadrilateral Activity | Design a City
Description Bring geometry to life with this engaging Quadrilateral City Project! Students design their own city using different types of quadrilaterals while practicing classification, attributes, and real-world application of geometry skills. This hands-on project encourages creativity, problem-solving, and deeper understanding as students build a city made up of shapes like squares, rectangles, rhombuses, and trapezoids. Perfect for math workshop, end-of-unit projects, or enrichment, this a
3rd
Geometry
Back to School Escape Room- The Stolen Stationary Situation
THE PERFECT BACK-TO-SCHOOL ACTIVITYThis highly engaging, low-prep escape room is the perfect way to kick off the new academic year! Designed for All Primary Year Levels, The Stolen Stationery Situation is a thrilling mystery that promotes essential problem-solving and team-building skills right from day one. It takes about an hour for students to finish and is always a classroom croud pleaser first week back. WHAT'S INCLUDED?This versatile resource gives you everything you need for maximum flex
2nd - 9th
Applied Math, Classroom Community, Measurement
TPSP Design A Garden Unit Resources
This practical and engaging resource is a reformatted version of the Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) “Design a Garden” task, designed to save teachers time and make implementation seamless. The original lesson flow has been streamlined and enhanced with editable teaching slides featuring discussion questions, math reviews, and videos. Reformatted student sheets and step-by-step lesson plans provide a clear, easy-to-follow structure for both teachers and students. The included Tas
2nd - 6th
Basic Operations, Environment, Measurement
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