Third Grade Curriculum
Math

 

By the end of third grade, students deepen their understanding of place value and their underderstanding of, and skill with, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers. They estimate, measure, and describe objects in space. They use patterns to help solve problems. The following are some examples of skills and concepts developed in the areas of:


Number Sense

  • understand place value to 10,000
  • add and subtract multi-digit numbers
  • know multiplication to 10 x 10
  • multiply and divide single and multi-digit numbers
  • add and subtract simple fractions

Algebra, Functions and Patterns

  • select the correct mathematical operational and relational symbol to make an equation true (e.g., 4 ? 3 = 12)
  • express simple unit conversions in symbolic form (e.g., # feet = # inches ÷ 12)
  • solve problems involving numeric equations and inequalities
  • extend and reorganize linear patterns

Measurement and Geometry

  • choose appropriate units and tools for measurement
  • describe and compare plane and solid geometric figures

Statistics, Data Analysis and Probability

  • make simple math predictions
  • read and create graphs and charts

Mathematical Reasoning

  • use a variety of methods such as words, numbers, symbols, charts, graphs, diagrams, and models to explain mathematical reasoning
  • Express the solution clearly and logically using appropriate mathematical notations and support solutions with evidence
  • analyze and solve word problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division skills