Third Grade Math

    Below is an overview of what your child should know and be able to do by the end of 3rd grade.

    Unit 1

    • Represent three and four digit numbers in a variety of ways.
    • Subtract two and three digit numbers with regrouping.
    • Estimate sums and differences of numbers less than 1,000.
    • Gather, organize and display data using appropriate scales.
    • Interpret, compare and make predictions based on sate from tables, pictographs and bar graphs.
    • Solve problems by identifying and analyzing a variety of numeric patterns.

    Unit 2

    • Estimate and/or measure length to solve problems.
    • Estimate and count to find the area and perimeter of figures.
    • Solve problems involving the area and perimeter of figures.

    Unit 3

    • Demonstrate mastery of multiplication and division facts for 0,1,2,5 and 10.
    • Solve multiplication and division [problems using a variety of strategies.
    • Solve problems using estimation techniques and number properties.

    Unit 4

    • Identify, describe, and classify two and three dimensional shapes.
    • Identify angles and describe how they compare with right angles.
    • Draw geometric figures using tools.
    • Recognize three-dimensional objects from different perspectives.
    • Identify and describe symmetry and congruence of geometric figures.
    • Describe and represent slides, flips and turns using pictures and objects.

    Unit 5

    • Multiply and divide multi-digit numbers by one-digit numbers.
    • Locate whole numbers and fractions with denominators of 2,3 and 4 on a number line.
    • Solve problems involving money through $100.00
    • List possible outcomes for an event and describe the likelihood of an event.
    • Solve problems involving numeric equations or inequalities.

    Unit 6

    • Estimate and determine elapsed time suing clocks and calendars.
    • Choose appropriate measurement units and tools.
    • Solve problems involving volume, weight, capacity temperature or time.
    • Locate points on a grid.