3rd Grade Number & Operations Skills
Prior Standards Implementation

The standards listed below have been replaced by a newer set of standards.

Please go to Current 3rd Grade Math Standards for current resources.

Number and Operations
Count by 10's, 100's, or 1,000's. 3.1.1 N	Count by 10's , Count by 100's , Count by 1000' s - from Free Math Test Worksheets to print are also available supporting instruction of this topic
Identify whole numbers as odd or even. 3.1.2 N	Ghost Blasters (Odd) - Click on ghosts that are even numbers. Click as many times as you can, you can get multiple points on each ghost. Ghost Blasters (Even) - Click on ghosts that are even numbers. Click as many times as you can, you can get multiple points on each ghost. Me Too - classify whole numbers as odd or even Twins - identify odd and even numbers Worksheet Generator - Print your own one hundred chart. A one hundred chart can be used to teach counting or skip counting.
Add and subtract efficiently and accurately with single-digit whole numbers. 3.1.3 C	Adding - 1-3 , 2-5 , 3-8 , 5-10 , 5-20 , 10-99 , customize for any number range - from FreeMathTest Worksheets to print are also available supporting instruction of this topic Addition Surprise - fill in sums in the addition grid to complete a surprise picture Ambleweb Addition Machine - select Level 1 to practice this SPI [addition only] Are You a Math Magician? - Two levels of practice with several operations are available; addition, subtraction , multiplication or division. Mixed practice is also available; addition and subtraction , multiplication and division, or a mix of all four. Select the level appropriate for this spi. Addition game & Subtraction game also available Arithmetic Four - [ A game like Connect Four ] A pair of students must answer arithmetic questions (select addition or subtraction ) to earn a piece to place on the board. Select the easy level for one-digit numbers Checking Subtraction - Students explore the inverse relationship of addition and subtraction. Circus Fun - add up to three digits with regrouping Ghost Blasters II (addition practice) - [ two players ] Students must "blast" a pair of ghosts whose sum equals some number specified before the game begins. Sums from 5 to 99 can be set. Fill-in Equation - supply the missing number in subtraction equations It's A Fact - practice basic subtraction facts Math Facts - timed math facts, or select practice mode without the timer Math Facts from Harcourt School - ( K-3 ) Content available at the site: Addition and Subtraction sums and differences to 10, 12, and 20; Multiplication and Division facts to 5, to 10, to 12. Verbal instructions are included and students can select timed or untimed. (30 facts) Timed Addition Facts - at end of 60 seconds this site shows the score and answers to problems - select addition and practice your facts Math Mastery - select subtraction and practice your facts Math Mayhem - a fast paced program where you can select addition problems - ( warning: turn sound to mute; this activity gets very loud! ) Some two-digit numbers are used, but most are one-digit. Mental Math - select Addition of Subtraction to practice your skills. Choose the green dot for one-digit numbers Number Families - fill in the missing numeral when given the family of addition and subtraction values More practice can be found here in the relationships between addition and subtraction. SpacyMath - You must sign in, but you can use the same log on for everyone in the class. - choose from addition or subtraction Speed Grid: Addition - [ level 1 ] Students answer the question set by clicking on two numbers that complete the sentence. You set the number of questions (2 to 99) and the time limit (1 to 10) Speed Grid: Subtraction - [ level 1 ] Students answer the question set by clicking on two numbers that complete the sentence. You set the number of questions (2 to 99) and the time limit (1 to 10) Subtraction - 1-3 , 2-5 , 3-8 , 5-10 , 5-20 , 10-99 , customize for any number range - from FreeMathTest Worksheets to print are also available supporting instruction of this topic Sum Sense (Addition) - Students practice single digit addition by dragging numbers to complete the sentence. Sum Sense (Subtraction) - Students practice single digit subtraction by dragging numbers to complete the sentence. What number would complete this sentence? - find the missing addend
Represent whole numbers to 9,999 with models. 3.1.4 N	Trading Game - explore regrouping using place value blocks
Identify the place value of a given digit up to thousands. 3.1.5 N	Expanded Form of Numbers - write the numeral the expanded form represents Identifying Place Values - when given a numeral, identify the place value of the digits My Place - learn that the value of a digit is determined by the placement of that digit Place Value - 10 to 99 , 100 to 999 , 1000 to 9999 , customize smallest and largest numbers - from FreeMathTest Worksheets to print are also available supporting instruction of this topic Place Value - this video lesson explains place value in whole numbers and decimal numbers, and then gives your students the chance to show understanding on a quiz. Place Value - Enter your own number or generate a random number, then answer questions about the place values Place Value Party - Choose any ages to start, then trade candles until both cakes have the same number. Place Value Strategy - [ game for one or two players ] a spinner is used to select a number, players then decide where to place the number in order to make the greatest possible decimal value Place Value in Words and Numbers - type correct numeral to represent the words Reading 3 digit numbers - match the numeral with the number words Specific Place - find the numeral in a specific place value There Must Be Thousands - read, write and identify numerals to the hundred thousands [this exercise goes to hundred thousands] What's Your Name? - know the value of numbers when written in standard form or expanded notation
Recognize the value of combinations of coins and bills up to $5. 3.1.6 R	Adding Nickels and Pennies - find the sum of the coins Adding Dimes and Pennies - find the sum of the coins Adding Dimes, Nickels and Pennies - find the sum of the coins Change It! - practice adding up all of your coins - You select the number of problems that you want to use as well as the number of pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, and half dollars that may appear in each problem. You may elect to express your questions in words only, coins only, or a combination of both Change Maker - Figure out how many of each bill or coin that you expect to get back when you pay for something. Select Medium for problems involving less than $5.00 Count the Money - You're given a target amount and the number of coins you already have. You must determine how many more coins of a certain type are needed to reach the target. Counting Coins - coins only, values to $2.00 Counting Coins - [ no bills ] up to 5cents , up to 20cents , up to 50cents , up to 99cents , customize amounts - from FreeMathTest Worksheets to print are also available supporting instruction of this topic [ no bills ] Counting Money - select difficulty level and then drag the right amount of coins Counting Money - Help Kristen, Ryan, or Evan with their shopping. Six pages of problems are available; three easy and three hard. Grandpa's Game - count money Learn to Count Money - add the value of the coins - (Teacher can set this activity easy or harder) Let's Do Lunch - use a menu to order lunches that meet various criteria Let's Go Shopping - estimate by rounding to the nearest dollar as they shop Making Change - count money and make change Making Change at the Math Playground - calculate change back on a purchase then click and drag the change to the counter using the smallest number of bills or coins Making Change from One Dollar - amounts are shown on a cash register, find the correct change Money Flashcards - Coins and bills, or just coins, are displayed and students determine the value. Best used as a whole class review; this is not a game with an end. Money Program - three levels; easy (ends in multiples of five), medium, and advanced (giving change back) [ advanced ] Money Review - Three levels for counting money review Piggy Bank - As coins drop students click on the right coins to equal some target amount. Two games are available; easy or hard. Show Me The Money - add using columns [amounts over $5 are used] Too Much Noise - determine the fewest number of coins needed to produce a given amount Tutorials to practice coin value - You may select a single coin to practice, or choose combinations of coins.
Compare and order whole numbers up to 9999 using the appropriate symbol (i.e., <, >, and =). 3.1.7 N	Alligator Lunch - learn greater than and less than symbols Compare - 1-9 , 1-20 , 10-99 , 100-999 , customize the range of numbers - from FreeMathTest Worksheets to print are also available supporting instruction of this topic Compare and Order Numbers - explanation and examples Compare and Order Worksheets - links to several worksheets [ you must wait 10 seconds for redirect ] Compare Numbers - choose the orange button for numbers to 10,000 Comparing Amounts - more, less or the same Comparing and Ordering Integers - using a number line to explain Comparing Numbers - animated explanation from Harcourt Comparing Numbers Quiz - three levels available Comparing Numbers Worksheet - three sheets to print Comparing Two Numbers - comparing 4 to 6 digit numbers. Genius Boxing - box some of history's great math minds such as Einstein, Copernicus, Galileo, Bill Gates and more for universal math supremacy Greater or Smaller - Compare two numbers. comparing one digit numbers | comparing two digit numbers | comparing three digit numbers | comparing four digit numbers One False Move - ( FunBrain ) Start with the lowest number and work your way up . If you don't know where to start, try using the map. One False Move - ( FunBrain ) Start with the highest number and work your way down . If you don't know where to start, try using the map. Ordering Three-digit Numbers - arrange numbers from least to greatest by clicking and dragging the numbers Place Numbers in Order - choose level and then ascending or descending order Put Numbers in Order Game - three levels are available sort 4, 6 or 8 numbers Using Comparison Symbols - simple number sentences are used, select <, >, or =
Add efficiently and accurately with two- and/or three-digit whole numbers. 3.1.8 C	Are You a Math Magician? - Two levels of practice with several operations are available; addition , subtraction, multiplication or division. Mixed practice is also available; addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, or a mix of all four. Select the level appropriate for this spi. Addition game also available Arithmetic Four - [ A game like Connect Four ] A pair of students must answer arithmetic questions (select addition ) to earn a piece to place on the board. Select the medium or hard level for two-digit numbers Build a Bug - Answer these computations and build a bug! (mixed operations including some division) Ghost Blasters II (addition practice) - [ two players ] Students must "blast" a pair of ghosts whose sum equals some number specified before the game begins. Sums from 5 to 99 can be set. Math Facts - timed math facts, or select practice mode without the timer (select Medium or Hard for two digits) Mental Math - select Addition to practice your skills. Choose the yellow dot for two-digit numbers or the red dot for up to four-digit numbers Mixed Review - addition and subtraction of three two-digit numbers - fi nd answer to reveal mystery picture ( warning: very difficult, students will need pencil and paper) Minute Math - select type and level of problems to give students practice in addition , subtraction, multiplication, or division Speed Grid: Addition - ( level 2 ) Students answer the question set by clicking on two numbers that complete the sentence. You set the number of questions (2 to 99) and the time limit (1 to 10) Speed Grid: Addition - ( level 3 ) Students answer the question set by clicking on two numbers that complete the sentence. You set the number of questions (2 to 99) and the time limit (1 to 10) Tic-Tac-Toe Squares - ( Fun Brain ) Addition - Numbers less than 500
Connect written and pictorial representations of fractions with denominators up to ten. 3.1.9 N	Comparing Fractions - compare fractional parts with same denominator Comparing Fractions - compare fractional parts with different denominators Concentration Style Game - match the squares showing the fraction to the corresponding picture Equivalent Fractions - concentration game style of matching fractions Fraction Bar - add a bar then break it into fractions, decimals, or percents Flowering Fractions - understand common fractions by using model representations Fractional Distances - find Grampy by entering a fractional distance Fraction Review Fractions II I Want My Half - understand the concrete and symbolic representations of fractions Identify With Circles - fraction practice where student types in numerator and denominator Old Egyptian Math Cats Fractions - Add fractions like a true Old Egyptian Math Cat! Shade - Shade in the correct amount of units to equal the fraction by clicking on the unit. Who Wants Pizza? - work through ten interactive pages on pictorial representations of fractions
Solve real-world problems using addition or subtraction of whole numbers. 3.1.10 R	Are You a Math Magician? - Two levels of practice with several operations are available; addition, subtraction , multiplication or division. Mixed practice is also available; addition and subtraction , multiplication and division, or a mix of all four. Select the level appropriate for this spi. Addition game & Subtraction game also available Fun on the Farm - Multiply the numbers and add the totals to see how much the farmer should charge for his products. Grand Slam Math - Level I - 15 addition and subtraction single and multi step word problems that start out easy and get a little harder as you go Grand Slam Math - Level II - [ advanced ] 15 multiplication and division single and multi step word problems that start out easy and get a little harder as you go Is That A Fact? - select the appropriate operation for solving a problem Lemonade Stand - How much money is needed to purchase cups of lemonade? Let's Go Shopping - Students estimate by rounding to the nearest dollar as they shop. Math Hoops -. All word problems use whole numbers but the problems range from single step addition to multi step equations. There are also problems that require students to interpret remainders. Students who answer 5 questions correctly get a chance to play some basketball. Math Playground - Hundreds of self-checking word problems for students in grades 1 to 6. There are currently 675 word problems available. They will be adding more content throughout the school year My Backpack - add columns and find missing addends using data generated from a chart Thinking Blocks - (an engaging, interactive math tool to help students learn how to solve multi step word problems; addition & subtraction, multiplication & division, and ratio & proportion) Thinking Blocks encourages students to look beyond the surface to discover the concepts and relationships that are at the core of every math problem. Three is a Magic Number - learn multiples of three Word Problems for Grades 1-5 - This KidZone math page has four third grade problems. Each time you open a new page the site generates new values for the problem. Word Problems with Katie and Arlo - Level I - 10 addition and subtraction single and multi step word problems that start out easy and get a little harder as you go Word Problems with Katie and Arlo - Level II - [ advanced ] 10 multiplication and division single and multi step word problems that start out easy and get a little harder as you go
Determine the correct change from a transaction that is less than $1.00. 3.1.11 R	Cash Out - great interactive game on making change. Change Maker - Figure out how many of each bill or coin that you expect to get back when you pay for something. Four levels and five currency styles are available in this great game. Counting Change - a match game - counting coins to find amount of change and matching it with numerical number How much change? - word problems. Making Change - count money and make change Making Change from One Dollar - amounts are shown on a cash register, find the correct change School Store - subtract using decimals as they make change [Regrouping required] Shopping - What did each child buy with the money he had left over? Too Much Noise - determine the fewest number of coins needed to produce a given amount [not making change, but practicing a related skill]
Use estimation to select a reasonable solution in problem solving (addition and subtraction only). 3.1.12 N	Animal Legs - use repeated addition as a strategy to solve multiplication story problems Basket Math provides rounding practice Comparison Estimator - Similar to Estimator but compares two sets of objects. Estimate - [ use as a whole class activity ] Select a range, display tick marks and estimate before revealing the answer. Estimating by Rounding - addition with regrouping Estimating by Rounding - subtraction with regrouping Estimating and rounding decimals - a lesson, examples, and an interactive practice page Estimating Sum - no hints or clues given Estimator - Practice estimation skills by determining the number of objects, length, or area. (parameters: error tolerance) Guess the Number - developing skills in halving and estimation Laser Beams - rounding decimals to the nearest whole number - three levels are available; rounding, rounding and computing sums and differences, and rounding and computing with all four operations Let's Go Shopping - estimate by rounding to the nearest dollar as they shop Math Story Problems! - Kid created math story problems ("Kitten" pages are the easiest.) There are lots of links to pages of problems... scroll way down to see them all More or Less Estimator - Similar to Estimator activity but states a quantity and asks the user to estimate whether the set of objects is more or less than the number given. Round About - estimate by rounding Round the decimal to the nearest whole number - matching, flashcards, or concentration (from Quia) Rounding - to the nearest ten or dollar, a quiz from Saxon math Rounding to nearest ten Rounding to nearest hundred Rounding to nearest thousand Rounding Off - three levels are available in this game from BBC Education The Seashell Rounding Activity Page - Look at the number on each shell. Click on the nearest ten.
Represent whole numbers up to 10,000 in expanded form (e.g., 1,000's + 100's + 10's + 1's). 3.1.13 N	Numbers in Expanded Form - [ three-digit numbers ] numbers are shown in expanded form, select which answer is the correct number Really Big Numbers - Enter a number then click the Click here button to see how to write it. Use numbers appropriate to this spi. What's Your Name? - know the value of numbers when written in standard form or expanded notation
Compare fractions with numerators of 1 and denominators up to 10. 3.1.14 N	Comparing Fractions - compare fractional parts with same denominator Comparing Fractions - compare fractional parts with different denominators Defractionator - convert fractions to decimal equivalents Equivalent Fractions - concentration game style of matching fractions Fraction Monkeys - [ click Continue to play the game ] place fractions on a number line by hanging monkeys from loops [ easy and hard levels available ] Fraction Review Fractional Distances - find Grampy by entering a fractional distance Fractions II Identify With Circles - fraction practice where student types in numerator and denominator Maggies Farm - keep up with how many apples are sold and how much money was made (Caution: this is tough!) Shade - Shade in the correct amount of units to equal the fraction by clicking on the unit.
Subtract efficiently and accurately with two- and/or three-digit whole numbers. 3.1.15 C	Ambleweb Subtraction Machine - Students choose a skill level, type the answer, and then check for correctness. Are You a Math Magician? - Two levels of practice with several operations are available; addition, subtraction , multiplication or division. Mixed practice is also available; addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, or a mix of all four. Select the level appropriate for this spi. Subtraction game also available Arithmetic Four - [ A game like Connect Four ] A pair of students must answer arithmetic questions (select subtraction ) to earn a piece to place on the board. Select the medium or hard level for two-digit numbers Build a Bug - Answer these computations and build a bug! (mixed operations including some division) Mad Math Minutes - This is a great way to practice basic math skills in addition, subtraction , multiplication, and division. You pick the number of and types of problems that you want to practice. You may also choose the largest number used in a problem as well as the number of terms (numbers) used Mental Math - select Subtraction to practice your skills. Choose the yellow dot for two-digit numbers or the red dot for up to four-digit numbers Math Facts from Harcourt School - ( K-3 ) Content available at the site: Addition and Subtraction sums and differences to 10, 12, and 20; Multiplication and Division facts to 5, to 10, to 12. Verbal instructions are included and students can select timed or untimed. (30 facts) Mixed Review - addition and subtraction of three two-digit numbers - fi nd answer to reveal mystery picture ( warning: very difficult, students will need pencil and paper) Minute Math - select type and level of problems to give students practice in addition, subtraction , multiplication, or division Mystery Picture - subtract 2 digit numerals, no borrowing Speed Grid: Subtraction - ( level 2 ) Students answer the question set by clicking on two numbers that complete the sentence. You set the number of questions (2 to 99) and the time limit (1 to 10) Speed Grid: Subtraction - ( level 3 ) Students answer the question set by clicking on two numbers that complete the sentence. You set the number of questions (2 to 99) and the time limit (1 to 10) Tic-Tac-Toe Squares - ( Fun Brain ) Subtraction - Numbers less than 100 Tic-Tac-Toe Squares - ( Fun Brain ) Subtraction - Numbers less than 1000
Use the multiplication facts 0, 1, 2, 5, and 10 efficiently and accurately. 3.1.16 C	Ambleweb Divider Machine - three levels are available [division with no remainder, use to practice multiplication facts] Ambleweb Times Table Tester - practice multiplication facts on one of three levels; Easier, Harder, or Megahard . Animal Legs - use repeated addition as a strategy to solve multiplication story problems Are You a Math Magician? - Two levels of practice with several operations are available; addition, subtraction, multiplication or division. Mixed practice is also available; addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, or a mix of all four. Select the level appropriate for this spi. Multiplication game also available Cameron's Trip - multiply and divide to solve real-world problems Check It Out - uses manipulatives to divide by 6 Explore the Multiplication Table with Math Cats - an interactive hundreds chart Fact Families - learn about multiplication and division fact families Ghost Blasters - Click on ghosts that are multiples of ten . Click as many times as you can, you can get multiple points on each ghost. Groups Of Dogs - use arrays to understand the meaning of multiplication Hotel 6 - use a pattern to solve multiplication problems Making Arrays - using arrays to practice understanding of multiplication Math Facts from Harcourt School - ( K-3 ) Content available at the site: Addition and Subtraction sums and differences to 10, 12, and 20; Multiplication and Division facts to 5, to 10, to 12. Verbal instructions are included and students can select timed or untimed. (30 facts) Nine Pattern - Students explore patterns while multiplying and dividing by 9. [add nines for advanced students] Mad Math Minutes - This is a great way to practice basic math skills in addition, subtraction, multiplication , and division. You pick the number of and types of problems that you want to practice. You may also choose the largest number used in a problem as well as the number of terms (numbers) used Multiples of 2, 3, 4, & 5 - a number displayed will be a multiple of one of the answers shown Multiplication - 1-3 , 2-5 , 3-8 , 5-10 , customize for any number range - from FreeMathTest Worksheets to print are also available supporting instruction of this topic Multiplication Mystery - drag the product to the correct place on a 9 x 9 grid [somewhat advanced] Rabbits - recall multiplication facts using a hundreds chart Spinning Wheels - learn multiplication facts Sum Sense (Multiplication) - Students practice single digit multiplication by dragging numbers to complete the sentence. The Timernator - race against the clock - multiply as fast as you can in 60 seconds [ addition, subtraction, and division also available ] Times Mountain - Pick your number and practice your facts. Times Table Grid - students are asked to locate the product of two single-digit numbers. Times Table Grid II - students are given a sample product and asked where to locate it on a 10x10 grid
National Library of Virtual Manipulatives	Number & Operations (Grades 3-5)
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Practice Tests	Houghton Mifflin Mathematics Test Prep Practice Virginia State Standards of Learning - Select Math 3 , and then select 10, 20, or 40 questions.
FCAT Sample Test Book	FCAT Sample Test Book - [ 2008 ] sample questions and test taking tips FCAT Sample Answer Book - [ 2008 ] sample questions and test taking tips
TAAS Attack Daily Upkeeps	Daily Upkeeps - Scroll down this page until you see " 3rd Grade TAAS Attack Daily Upkeeps ." There are 9 practice activities to print (in .pdf format)
Daily Questions	Daily Questions - to serve as a ten to fifteen minute (approximate) review of practice test items and critical thinking (217 pages) [ Note : This link is available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive. Some state filters block access to this page so you might consider downloading the document at home.]
Released Tests & Others	Solve It! - Math Videos provide problem solving practice for students in grades 3 to 6. Each of the thirteen sets contain five multi step word problems with step by step video solutions. Concepts include basic operations, algebraic reasoning, money, fractions, percent, perimeter, area, proportional reasoning, and measurement. Third Grade Math - Read each question and choose the best answer. Then mark the circle next to the letter for the answer you have chosen. ( from Texas ) Texas end-of-year Math test 2004

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