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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 & Art Project-Based Learning: Monet, Perimeter, Area,& Metric Measurement
Welcome to Monet Math! This 3 part-project is an interdisciplinary one that combines area, perimeter, metric linear measurement, art history, reading, research, and drawing and design. This investigation began when we posed the questions, “If we were going to design your own garden, how would we design it? What would we plant in our garden? What features would we include in your garden?” This product includes step-by-step directions for investigating Claude Monet, garden planning using centimet
4th - 6th
Measurement, Visual Arts
CCSS
4.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
+9
Mini Golf Angle Geometry Project Based Learning 4th Grade Gifted & Talented Math
Engage your fourth grade gifted and talented students with a hands-on, real-world math project when they start their own Mini Golf Course. This printable project focuses on geometry and offers opportunities to explore and measure angles in the context of planning golf holes. Students will calculate the area and perimeter of golf holes, add shape obstacles, angle the ball for the perfect shot, and calculate their scores, all while deepening their understanding of geometry. Strengthen geome
4th
Geometry, Math, Measurement
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
, 4.MD.C.5
+13
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
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
Elementary Architects Project Based Learning: Design & Explore Area (Grade 2-4)
An architect firm would like to hire your students! In this math project students design a one room space of their choice to learn how to calculate area to estimate flooring needs. They are paid for their designs and can be hired on for more!
These lessons are an in depth math project that can been used for a small group of gifted 2nd graders, a whole class of 3rd graders (there are MANY common core state standards for area in third grade), or as a reinforcing/review project for 4th graders.
2nd - 4th
Math, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.6
, 3.MD.C.7
+1
Popcorn Party Math Inquiry Project: Fractions, Measurement & Data Analysis
Engage your students in a fun, hands-on, inquiry-based math project with a popcorn party & movie twist!This resource is perfect for Grades 3–6 and combines fractions, measurement, and data analysis in a real-world, collaborative inquiry-based project. Students will work together to plan and execute a classroom popcorn party while applying math concepts in meaningful ways. UK & USA spelling. Key Features: Hands-On & Inquiry-Based: Students actively explore math concepts through a project that
3rd - 6th
Applied Math, Math, Measurement
3rd, 4th & 5th Grade Math Enrichment Project - Design a 3D Bedroom on a Budget
Are you looking for a math enrichment activity for your early finishers and high achievers? Look no further than this Design a Bedroom Activity. Students will deepen their understanding of decimals, area, and perimeter. First, they will choose an item from eight different categories (walls, floors, beds, dressers, desks, chairs, lamps, and decorations). Each item comes with an individual price tag, encouraging students to make informed decisions while managing their budget wisely. Students ha
3rd - 5th
Decimals, Math, Measurement
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.5b
+14
River Water Filtration System | STEAM Project-Based Learning Unit | Grade 6
Make STEAM meaningful without sacrificing curriculum coverage. This integrated Grade 6 REAL STEAM unit was designed to help teachers move beyond isolated activities and toward authentic, purposeful project-based learning that still supports core curriculum goals. Transform your classroom from content coverage to meaningful real-world learning with this interdisciplinary STEAM unit focused on river pollution, water filtration, engineering design, and environmental problem-solving. This resource i
6th
Engineering, Environment, Measurement
STEM Math Inquiry Project: Fractions, Measurement & Data Analysis
Engage your students in a hands-on, project-based learning STEM inquiry with a human body & skeleton theme through the IB PYP concepts of systems, structure, function, connection and measure . Designed for Grades 3–5, this resource integrates fractions, measurement, and data analysis as students explore the human skeletal system. Through collaborative learning and critical thinking, students will apply mathematical concepts to real-world scenarios, enhancing their understanding and problem-solvi
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Measurement
Area & Perimeter Craft PBL Activities 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade 3D Math Room Projects
Are you looking for a fun math enrichment activity for your early finishers and high achievers? Look no further than these 3D printable math projects. Students will deepen their understanding of decimals, area, and perimeter. First, they will choose an item from different categories. Each item comes with an individual price tag, encouraging students to make informed decisions while managing their budget wisely. Students have a budget and will keep track of their costs as they add items. Next
3rd - 5th
Decimals, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.5b
+14
Maths Extension Activities- Problem Solving & Open-Ended Challenges Volume 2
Looking to challenge your high-ability students or fast finishers in maths?This Upper Primary Maths Extension pack is filled with engaging, real-world, open-ended investigations designed to stretch students and promote deeper mathematical thinking. Perfect for extension groups, early finishers, or differentiation, these tasks encourage students to reason, problem-solve, and justify their thinking. What’s Included:✔ 10 rich, open-ended problem-solving challenges✔ Designed for Years 5–6 extension
4th - 8th
Algebra, Measurement, Numbers
Project Based Learning-Design a Mini-Golf Hole Challenge
Bring math and science to life with Mini-Golf Mayhem — an engaging, hands-on Project-Based Learning (PBL) unit where students design a mini-golf hole through creativity and innovation! By aligning this resource to your own geometry and science standards, students will go through the process of designing and building their very own creative mini-golf hole. Students will: Explore angles, measurement, force, and motion Apply real-world problem-solving and collaboration Innovate with creativity w
3rd - 8th
Geometry, Measurement, Physics
Volume of Composite Figures Rectangular Prisms Polygon Hierarchy 6th Grade Math
Create epic aquarium designs with this end of year 5th grade math project. Students will calculate the volume of composite figures, find the volume of composite rectangular prisms, and identify attributes of shapes. They will classify two-dimensional shapes using polygon hierarchy including naming types of triangles, quadrilaterals, and other polygons. Additionally, they will calculate the volume of figures by counting unit cubes, using the volume formula, and solving additive volume problems. T
4th - 6th
Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
5.MD.C.3
, 5.MD.C.3a
, 5.MD.C.3b
+11
Camp Math-A-Lot: Real-World Measurement, Area & Perimeter Activities Grades 3-5
Bring math to life with Camp Math-A-Lot, a camping-themed math resource that helps students practice measurement, capacity, area, and perimeter through real-world problem solving. This resource includes a 13-page EDITABLE Canva link—perfect for teachers who want flexibility. Use the activities as-is or easily customize them to fit your classroom needs. Skills Covered✔️ Estimating & measuring liquid volume (liters) ✔️ Comparing and ordering measurements ✔️ Area & perimeter of rectangles ✔
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
3.MD.A.2
, 3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.5a
+14
3rd 4th 5th Grade End of the Year PBL - Math Enrichment Project Game Room
Are you looking for a fun math enrichment activity for your early finishers and high achievers? Look no further than this Design a Game Room Activity. Students will deepen their understanding of decimals, area, and perimeter. First, they will choose an item from nine different categories (couches, chairs, furniture, games, lights, electronics, decorations, floor, and walls). Each item comes with an individual price tag, encouraging students to make informed decisions while managing their budg
3rd - 5th
Decimals, Math, Measurement
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.5b
+14
Amazing Race Math Project | Measurement & Elapsed Time | 3rd Grade PBL
Global Measurement Race: An Amazing Race–Style Math Project for 3rd GradeBring math to life with this engaging, travel-themed project-based learning experience where students become contestants in a global race. Instead of completing worksheets, students measure real objects, solve authentic problems, and plan travel routes as they move through countries around the world. Why Teachers Love ThisIf your students struggle to stay engaged during measurement and elapsed time units, this project provi
3rd - 4th
Measurement, Other (Math), Telling Time
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 3.MD.A.2
Pi Day Discovery Activity | Hands-On Math Exploration (Grades 5-7)
Stop asking students to just memorize 3.14 and start letting them discover it! Transform your classroom into an ancient Greek laboratory or a bustling bakery with this Archimedes-inspired investigation that uses "Sandwich Logic" to reveal the secrets of a circle. What is Included?This comprehensive 11-page PDF resource is ready to print and go: The Story of Pi: An engaging history of Archimedes and his famous "Do not disturb my circles!" legend. Jenny’s Sweets Bakery Adventure: A narrative-dr
5th - 7th
Algebra, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
7.G.B.4
, 7.G.B.6
, 7.NS.A.2d
+3
Mission Survival Base PBL | 3rd Grade Measurement & Time Math Project | Engineer
Mission: Survival Base3rd Grade Measurement & Time Math PBL | Engineering Challenge for Gifted LearnersWhat would it take to design a survival base in an extreme environment? In this high-engagement project-based learning unit, students become engineering teams responsible for designing a fully operational survival base. To succeed, they must apply measurement, problem solving, and time management while working within realistic mission constraints. Students design a base layout, plan life-suppor
3rd - 4th
Measurement, Other (Math), Telling Time
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 3.MD.A.2
Amusement Park Math Project | 3rd Grade Place | GT & STEM Enrichment
🎢 Amusement Park Math Project | 3rd Grade Place | GT & STEM Enrichment 💡 Make math meaningful, creative, and fun!Transform your 3rd-grade math block with this real-world STEM project where students design and budget their own amusement park while applying place value, measurement, and problem-solving skills. Perfect for Gifted & Talented (GT) learners, early finishers, or enrichment groups, this project combines creativity with rigorous math practice. 🎯 Students Will: Apply place value
3rd - 5th
Arithmetic, Measurement, Place Value
Zoo Builders PBL | Area & Perimeter Project | 3rd Grade Math
Description Bring area and perimeter to life with this engaging Zoo Builders Project-Based Learning (PBL) activity! In this hands-on project, students design their own zoo by creating habitats for animals while calculating and labeling both area and perimeter. Students plan, build, and organize their zoo using math in a meaningful, real-world context. This project encourages creativity, problem-solving, and deeper understanding of area and perimeter concepts—all while keeping students highly
3rd
Geometry, Measurement
Christmas Gift Wrapping Math Project – Volume & Surface Area Activity
Bring holiday excitement into your math classroom with this creative Christmas Gift Wrapping activity! Students won’t even realize how much math they’re doing as they calculate volume, design their own box, determine surface area, and finish by decorating a holiday gift. What makes this resource special? • Step-by-step guidance that supports all learners • Visual models and scaffolded tables • A perfect balance of creativity and rigorous math practice • A fully worked answer key for easy c
5th - 9th
Applied Math, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
5.MD.C.3
, 5.MD.C.3a
, 5.MD.C.3b
+8
Volume & Surface Area Gift Wrapping Project | Real-World Math Activity
Bring excitement into your math classroom with this creative Gift Wrapping activity! Students won’t even realize how much math they’re doing as they calculate volume, design their own box, determine surface area, and finish by decorating a special gift. What makes this resource special? • Step-by-step guidance that supports all learners • Visual models and scaffolded tables • A perfect balance of creativity and rigorous math practice • A fully worked answer key for easy checking • Neurodi
5th - 9th
Applied Math, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
5.MD.C.3
, 5.MD.C.3a
, 5.MD.C.3b
+8
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