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3rd Grade Thanksgiving Project Based Learning | November Math Activities
Have your 3rd graders plan Thanksgiving Dinner in this fun Math Project-based learning activity! Standards covered include adding multiplication, division, patterns, 2-step problems, addition, subtraction, and measurement. Great for Common Core Math and other standards. Help your students practice real-life and math skills with this quality math project. It includes a teacher guide walking you through each step. Differentiation and student choice is built into all of my PBLs! Your students wil
3rd
Basic Operations, Math, Measurement
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.6
, 3.MD.D.8
+4
Also included in: Math Project-based Learning for 3rd Grade Bundle: 6 Awesome Projects!
Math-Mart XP: A Logic-Based Multiplication & Division PBL w/ Boss Battles GR 3-4
Math-Mart XP: A Game-Based Multiplication & Division PBL with Meaningful Remainders & Logic-Rich Challenges💡Looking for a math enrichment resource that goes beyond worksheets and actually gets students thinking? Math-Mart XP is a 3-day, game-style problem-based learning experience where students step into the role of store owners, solve real-world math challenges, and defend their decisions using multiplication, division, and logical reasoning. Students work through player orders, inventory
3rd - 4th
Basic Operations, Mental Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.NBT.B.5
, 4.NBT.B.6
, 3.OA.A.1
+9
Learn Math fun and Easy addition (+)
This lesson teaches children about addition in a simple and fun way. Children are given the opportunity to think and make decisions based on the problems presented, as demonstrated in the examples provided. Hopefully, children will be able to add in a fun way.
3rd - 8th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Visual Arts
Valentine's Day Math Word Problems 2nd Grade Addition with Regrouping Visuals
Looking for No Prep Valentine's Day Math? These 2nd Grade Addition Word Problems help students master Regrouping using visual Ten Frames and Place Value strategies. Perfect for Math Centers, Intervention (RTI), and Special Education students who need concrete visual support to solve word problems. Make math sweet and stress-free this February! While the excitement of Valentine's Day takes over your classroom, keep your students focused and learning with these engaging, story-based math w
1st - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Place Value
CCSS
2.NBT.B.5
, 2.OA.A.1
Summer Math Games Kindergarten Addition & Subtraction Within 10 K.OA.A.1-5
Make addition and subtraction practice fun and engaging with these Summer Math Games for Kindergarten! This hands-on math center pack helps students build math fluency and problem-solving skills through interactive, game-based learning. Aligned with Common Core K.OA.A.1–5, these low-prep activities give students meaningful practice with addition and subtraction within 10, solving word problems, decomposing numbers, and working with equations, perfect for summer math centers and hands-on le
Kindergarten
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS
K.OA.A.1
, K.OA.A.2
, K.OA.A.3
+2
Also included in: Summer Math Games Bundle Kindergarten All Standards Math Centers
The Great Autumn Festival PBL | Fall Math Project-Based Learning | 3rd–5th Grade
Bring Fall Math to Life with The Great Autumn Festival! Turn your classroom into a real-world learning experience with this low-prep, high-engagement Project-Based Learning unit perfect for gifted or advanced 3rd–5th graders. Students become festival planners who design, price, and run mock booths in a simulated “Autumn Festival,” applying addition, subtraction, and problem-solving to manage budgets, attendance, and profits — all while discovering mathematical patterns and cause-and-effect relat
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
Spring Math Games Kindergarten Addition & Subtraction Within 10 K.OA.A.1-5
Make addition and subtraction practice fun and engaging with these Spring Math Games for Kindergarten! 🌸 This hands-on math center pack helps students build math fluency and problem-solving skills through interactive, game-based learning. Aligned with Common Core K.OA.A.1–5, these low-prep activities give students meaningful practice with addition and subtraction within 10, solving word problems, decomposing numbers, and working with equations, perfect for spring math centers and hands-on
Kindergarten
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS
K.OA.A.1
, K.OA.A.2
, K.OA.A.3
+2
Also included in: Spring Math Games Bundle Kindergarten All Standards Math Centers
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!
Math Project | Design a Zoo Activity for Upper Elementary & Middle School
Looking for a fun and challenging end-of-year math activity? This Design a Zoo Project-Based Learning (PBL) resource is perfect for upper elementary and middle school students! With a $60 million budget, students become engineers and zoologists tasked with designing the ultimate zoo—complete with buildings, paths, and animals. To make the activity exciting, students can choose from regular animals, endangered species, or even extinct creatures like dinosaurs, woolly mammoths, and dodo birds! T
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Math, Numbers
CCSS
4.MD.A.3
, 4.NBT.B.4
, 4.NBT.B.5
+2
Math Review Project | Mixed Operations | Grades 4-6 | PBL | Pack the Pet Shop
Get ready for tails wagging, feathers flying, and calculators buzzing - because your students are about to Pack the Pet Shop! This engaging, real-world math project turns mixed-operations practice into hands-on adventure as students help stock a brand-new pet store. With two differentiated pathways, this project is designed to meet learners where they are while keeping the experience fun, meaningful, and totally immersive. Students will use addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Math
Advanced Math : Extension Problem Solving Bundle for Gifted 2nd
Are you looking for various extensions and activities to challenge your gifted math students in problem solving, communication, and number sense? Try Pan Balance algebraic thinking Monday, an open ended problem Tuesday and Wednesday, number sense patterning Thursday and Project Based Learning on Friday. Students will get variety, stay engaged at their level, and students on standard can push themselves to answer some of the questions as well. This bundle works well in stations or centers, whole
1st - 2nd
Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+5
National Park Project-Based Multiplication & Division Unit | 3rd Grade Math PBL
Engage your 3rd graders with multiplication and division in a real-world, project-based learning adventure! In National Park Patrol, students take on the role of park rangers responsible for dividing and managing resources in some of America’s most famous national parks. Through hands-on, authentic math tasks, they’ll solve problems about tents, volunteers, trail miles, wildlife populations, and more—all while mastering key division and multiplication standards. Perfect for gifted learners, smal
3rd - 4th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.OA.A.2
, 3.OA.A.3
, 3.OA.A.4
+3
Differentiated Thanksgiving Math PBL Turkey Multiply Division 3rd 4th 5th Grade
Finally a no prep differentiated Thanksgiving math project that is easily organized, easily graded and makes an attractive bulletin board display! This Thanksgiving or Fall themed Math PBL Organizing A Turkey Trot Fun Run comes with 4 differentiated versions for all kinds of learners within your class, whether in a 3rd grade, 4th grade, or 5th grade class. This No Prep math project is print and go for the teacher while allowing for lots of math review, multiple step word problem solving, critica
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Math Test Prep, Money Math
CCSS
3.NBT.A.3
, 4.NBT.B.5
, 4.NBT.B.6
+8
Yearlong Seasonal Math PBL 3rd 4th 5th Grade Real World 2 Step Word Problems
Finally a yearlong seasonal bundle of no prep differentiated real world math projects that are easily organized, easily graded and make attractive bulletin board displays!These seasonally themed math projects with real world two step word problems are ideal for any 3rd grade, 4th grade, or 5th grade class. They are print and go for the teacher while allowing for lots of math review, multiple step word problem solving, critical thinking, and real world application for students. Each project inclu
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Math Test Prep
CCSS
5.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.B.6
, 5.NBT.B.7
+7
Building Thinking Classrooms Tasks for 5th Grade - Numbers in Base Ten
If you are incorporating Thinking Classroom into your math block here are 22 individual tasks written for your students to complete for 22 lessons that address the Numbers in Base 10 standard. Even if you are not implementing Thinking Classrooms, these tasks are a wonderful way to help your students think about numbers in base ten concepts in a deeper way and to collaborate and discuss these concepts before they complete their independent practice with that concept. These math tasks have chang
5th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.NBT.A.1
, 5.NBT.A.2
, 5.NBT.A.3
+6
Also included in: Building Thinking Classroom Tasks for all 5th Grade Math Standards
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
Mission Logistics Math Game: Rates & Word Problems (Time, Speed, Distance, Cost)
Mission Logistics is a real-world math strategy game that challenges students to solve missions using speed, distance, cost per km, capacity limits, and rate reasoning. Students step into the role of an emergency aid logistics analyst and complete missions by calculating and comparing: Time = Distance ÷ Speed Cost = (Cost per km × Distance) + Fixed cost per trip Cargo weight vs. vehicle capacity Efficiency balance (with time as the priority factor) Game Features: 3 differentiated play mo
3rd - 6th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Money Math
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 5.MD.A.1
, 6.NS.A.1
+8
Platypus Math Writing Steam Bundle
Dive into the captivating world of the platypus, a truly remarkable Australian mammal that challenges conventional thinking. This resource is designed to spark curiosity and ignite creativity in students, exploring the fascinating life cycle of this egg-laying marvel. Why Explore the Platypus?⭐️ Defying Expectations: The platypus is a living testament to the wonders of nature, defying typical mammalian characteristics with its egg-laying abilities and unique features. ⭐️ Biomimicry Inspi
2nd - 3rd
Basic Operations, Biology, Creative Writing
Rounding Math PBL Project 1: School Supplies Theme Decimals, Budgeting 4th Grade
Make rounding, estimation, and budgeting meaningful with this engaging school supply shopping math PBL project! This hands-on resource combines rounding, decimal operations, estimation, budgeting, and critical thinking into an exciting back-to-school themed math experience. Students will love applying real-world math skills as they plan and budget for school supplies through a fun, interactive project-based learning activity. Perfect for: Upper elementary students This collaborative PBL activi
4th - 5th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Math Test Prep
CCSS
3.MD.C.7
, 3.NBT.A.1
, 4.NBT.B.4
+4
Rounding Math PBL Project 2: CAMPING Theme Budgeting Rounding Decimals 4th Grade
Bring real-world math into your classroom with this engaging and hands-on camping-themed rounding project! Students will practice rounding decimals, estimating costs, budgeting, adding and subtracting money amounts, and applying real-life math skills while planning a camping trip. This collaborative project encourages critical thinking, teamwork, problem-solving, and financial literacy in a fun and meaningful way. Perfect for Upper elementary math centers, small groups, enrichment activities, p
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Math Test Prep
CCSS
3.MD.C.7
, 3.NBT.A.1
, 4.NBT.B.4
+4
**DOUBLE BUNDLE** Zoo-Themed GRADE 1 MATH ENRICHMENT** - Digital AND PDF Version
**Now including an embedded QR Code access to a video highlighting and reading aloud all directions in the project to help young and/or struggling readers!!****Buy 3 Get 1 FREE Pricing! **This bundle includes both the PDF printable and Digital Interactive versions of BOTH “The Zoo Trip” and “Zak the Zookeeper” for easy assigning to students either through distance OR in-person learning. PDF documents may be printed as take-home or in-classroom assignments for students. The digital interactive pr
1st - 2nd
Basic Operations, Geometry, Graphing
CCSS
1.MD.C.4
, 1.NBT.B.3
, 1.NBT.C.4
+5
GRADE 4 MULTI-STEP WORD PROBLEMS KNOCKOUT/Math Review Game/Test Prep Activity
Make math review exciting with this Grade 4 Multi-Step Word Problems 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 through knockout rounds while applying multiplication, division, addition, subtraction, and multi-operation problem-solving strategies in an engaging game format. Perfect for: ✔ Test Prep ✔ Whole Group Review ✔ Ma
4th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Order of Operations
CCSS
4.OA.A.3
Also included in: Grades 3–5 Multi-Step Word Problems Knockout Bundle/Math Review Games
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
Multiply to Save the Wild | Project-Based Learning Properties of Multiplication
Multiply to Save the Wild | Project-Based Learning for Multiplication & Properties of Multiplication Make multiplication meaningful with this real-world, project-based learning unit! In Multiply to Save the Wild, students research an endangered animal and apply the properties of multiplication to solve authentic math problems. Through engaging Math Missions (habitat space, food needs, and conservation efforts), students practice multiplication while learning about animal conservation and creati
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, General Science, Other (ELA)
CCSS
4.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.B.6
+8
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