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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!
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 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
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
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
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
Mixed Operation Decimal Practice Plan a Field Trip Grade 5 Real World Math
This Plan A Field Trip learning experience lets students plan a fun-filled trip for their classmates while using essential math skills to solve real-world problems. This project-based activity is appropriate for 5th grade and utilizes the following skills: adding decimalssubtracting decimalsmultiplying decimalsbudgetingestimatingTo complete this project, students will work through the following activities: WORDS TO KNOWThis page includes important words students will encounter during their proj
5th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Money Math
CCSS
5.NBT.A.3
, 5.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.B.7
Design a City: Project-Based Learning with Writing Integration
Give your students the chance to dream big, design creatively, and build their own city—all while practicing essential academic skills in a fun and meaningful way! 🌆 Design a City Project | 3rd Grade PBL | Art, Math, Writing, & CreativityBring creativity and real-world problem solving into your classroom with this Design a City Project! Perfect for grades 2–4, this hands-on, art-integrated activity invites students to plan, design, and build their very own dream city. Students will use ma
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Classroom Community, Creative Writing
CCSS, NGSS
W.3.1
, W.3.2
, W.3.3
+1
Summer Road Trip Math Project | Real World Math PBL | Ratios, Budgeting, Geometr
Bring real-world math into your classroom with this engaging Summer Road Trip Math Project! Students plan and budget a road trip while applying important middle school math concepts such as ratios, equations, geometry, statistics, probability, and financial reasoning. In this project-based learning activity, students choose a destination city and use mathematics to make decisions about travel distance, gas usage, budgeting, travel time, and activities. Students also collect data, analyze resul
5th - 9th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Decimals
CCSS
7.G.A.1
, 7.G.B.4
, 7.G.B.6
+27
Carnival Mixed Review Math Project | Math PBL | Mixed Operations
Step right up and bring math to life with this high-engagement, carnival-themed resource designed especially for grades 3-5! This multi-worksheet project turns essential math skills into a playful, immersive experience where students explore rides, games, snacks, and booths - all while practicing real-world math they'll actually remember. This resource includes 12 thoughtfully crafted activities, each one building a different skill through a carnival lens. Students will work with money math a
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Money Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NBT.A.2
, 3.NBT.A.3
, 4.NBT.B.4
+15
The Toy Shop Problem
Unit Goal: Students will compare numbers from 0 to 5 using the phrases greater than, less than, equal or not equal. Mathematical Thinking and Reasoning Standards: MA.K12.MTR.1.1 MA.K12.MTR.2.1 MA.K12.MTR.3.1 MA.K12.MTR.4.1 MA.K12.MTR.5.1 MA.K12.MTR.6.1 MA.K12.MTR.7.1 Benchmark:MA.K.NSO.1.4: Compare the number of objects from 0 to 20 in two groups using the terms less than, equal to, or greater than Overview: Students take on the role of toy shop organ
Kindergarten
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.C.6
, K.CC.C.7
Think Solve Create - Math Extensions for Grade 5 - 5th grade
This product includes 20 extension projects for 5th grade math. The projects are suitable for advanced learners, early finishers, or small groups who are ready for a chance to be creative with 5th grade math standards. The project could be created individually, in pairs, or in small groups over several days. Five bonus extension projects are included for prerequisite skills I find helpful to review to support 5th grade math success: 4th grade multiplication, subtraction with regrouping, area and
5th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Fractions
Place Value Candy Shop Project Based Learning
You're opening a Candy Shop! Here's the catch, your candy shop is only able to accept pennies! Design your own candy products, set the prices, manage inventory and track sales! Designed to run over several weeks! Group or IndividualSuggested pacing guide includedThis resource covers: Place Value: number forms, ordering, comparing, rounding and estimatingAlgebric Reasoning: addition and subtraction, data and graphsCritical Writing: Project ReflectionActivities can be used in isolation or as a cum
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Graphing, Place Value
CCSS
3.MD.B.3
, 3.NBT.A.1
, 3.NBT.A.2
+1
Ancient Civilizations Math Project | Blueprint & Model Public Works Activity 3-5
Bring history and math to life with this hands-on, project-based learning assignment! Students take on the role of Chief Architect and Treasurer for an ancient civilization and design a massive public works project. Using multiplication, division, and problem-solving, they’ll calculate materials, labor costs, and timelines, create a blueprint, and then scale it down to build a physical model of their chosen structure. This engaging resource integrates math, social studies, and persuasive writing
3rd - 5th
Ancient History, Basic Operations, Engineering
Multi-Step Problem Solving Project
Students will be creating a business and having to solve multi-step problems when creating it.
1st - 4th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Order of Operations
Plan a Fall Party Math Enrichment PBL Project
50% off for a short time! I created this as a fun fall project-based math enrichment activity for my students after they learned 3 digit by 1 digit multiplication, 2 x 2 multiplication, and had just started doing long division. The project has 5 math activities for students to complete and then early finishers have the opportunity to be creative and create an invitation for their party. Below are the math activities included, which can be printed separately or all together as one project and a
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Math
Real World Word Problems: Challenge
This rigorous, project-based assignment is designed for students working above grade level who are ready to apply their learning in meaningful, real-world ways. Students will create and solve their own real-world problem connected to topics and interests they genuinely care about, encouraging deeper engagement, creativity, and ownership of learning. Throughout the project, students will research information using websites and other informational sources, integrating important reading comprehensi
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Math Test Prep
CCSS
4.OA.A.1
, 4.OA.A.2
, 4.OA.A.3
5th Grade Number and Operation Base Ten Extension Project Cards
Take your classroom differentiation to the next level with these no-prep, independent extension cards—perfect for students who are ready to go beyond grade-level content without adding extra work to your plate. Each set includes four engaging activities per standard, thoughtfully designed across four Depth of Knowledge (DOK) levels to challenge learners in meaningful ways. These cards are ideal for early finishers or advanced learners and allow students to extend their understanding independentl
5th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Place Value
CCSS
5.NBT.A.1
, 5.NBT.A.2
, 5.NBT.A.3
+6
Multiplication Chart Times Table True Scale Grid Multiplication Facts Project
Times Table - True Scale Grid Math & Art Project. A group or individual project that visually represents multiplication problems, using rectangles divided into small square units. If students don’t know a multiplication fact, they can count the square units (for example, 3×4 is a rectangle that is 3 by 4 and has 12 square units) or think about multiplication as repeated addition (for example, 3×4 is 3 rows of 4 squares, so 4+4+4). You can use this for World Multiplication Table Day or at a
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Arts)
CCSS
3.OA.A.1
, 3.OA.C.7
STEM Cereal Project
STEM Cereal Project - 6-8 Day Design + Math + Marketing ChallengeA high-engagement hands-on unit for grades 5–6! Get your students designing, calculating, creating, and pitching their very own cereal brand in this multi-day real-world STEM challenge! Perfect for upper elementary and middle school, this project integrates math, engineering, nutrition literacy, persuasive writing, and advertising design into one dynamic experience students love. Over the course of 6-8 days, students will explore
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Informational Text, Measurement
CCSS
W.5.1b
, W.5.2b
, W.5.4
+1
5.MD.5 Snow Castle Design Project Additive Volume
Build a 3D Snow Castle – Additive Volume Math Project Bring math to life this winter with this hands-on 3D Snow Castle Blueprint Project! Students step into the role of an architect as they design and illustrate their very own snow castle. Perfect for reinforcing 3-dimensional figures, measurement, additive volume, and mathematical reasoning in a fun and creative way! Activity Includes: Students will design a blueprint of a snow castle with 2–3 layers. They will select and label the length, w
4th - 7th
Basic Operations, Math, Measurement
CCSS
5.MD.C.5
STEAM Journal | Engineering Design Notebook | Printable STEM Workbook | 2nd-8th
Give your students the power to think, plan, and problem-solve like real engineers! This comprehensive STEAM Journal provides everything they need to document the full engineering design process from brainstorming to testing to reflection. ✨ What’s Included (Full Product):✔ Full “All About Me as a Designer” intro pages ✔ 2 Complete Design Challenge Journals (titles, dates, structured prompts) ✔ See–Think–Wonder observation pages ✔ ASK pages — guiding questions, prior knowledge, and need-to-
2nd - 9th
Basic Operations, Creative Writing, Engineering
Build 3D Geometric Shapes-Mathematical Practices Aligned-Hands-on-STEAM
Build 3D Shapes with Newspaper, Dowels, Straws & Pipe Cleaners. Looking for a geometry project that’s engaging and academically rigorous? This standards-aligned 3D build offers two flexible construction options, allowing students to apply math vocabulary, calculations, and engineering thinking as they collaboratively build cubes and square-based pyramids.Hands-On Geometry & STEAM Project | Cubes & Square-Based Pyramids This engaging 3D Geometry Build Project challenges students to construct larg
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
6.G.A.1
, 6.G.A.4
, CCRA.W.1
+1
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