Teaching 3rd grade math is all about creating fun and engaging learning experiences where numbers become meaningful and students develop a strong foundation in basic math concepts through hands-on activities and collaborative discussions. From exploring fractions and measurement using tools to diving into multiplication and division through games and real world examples, every day is an opportunity to inspire a lifelong love of math among our students and facilitate lots of “aha” moments! Check out the resources below to help you on your 3rd grade teaching journey!
Blog Posts about Teaching 3rd Grade
Below are some posts with teaching tips and ideas we think third grade teachers will find helpful!
Math
- How to Teach Calendar Math to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Grade Students
- How to Introduce New Vocabulary to 3rd Grade Students
- Math Sorting Activity Ideas For 1st, 2nd and 3rd Grade Teachers
- How to Teach Rounding to 3rd and 4th Grade Students
- How to Teach Geometry to 1st-5th Grade Students
- Geometry Activities for 3rd Grade Teachers
- 3rd Grade Fraction Activities
- Third Grade Math Activities Every Teacher Needs
- How to Teach Multiplication Strategies to 3rd Grade Students
- Division Strategies for 3rd Grade Teachers
- How to Teach Volume to 3rd Grade Students
- How to Teach Division to 3rd, 4th and 5th Graders
- Area Teaching Ideas for 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade Teachers
Literacy
- Word Study Ideas for Elementary Teachers (1st-5th Grade)
- How to Teach Main Idea and Details in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade
Sub Plans
Seasonal
Back to School
- Back To School Read Alouds for Classroom Teachers
- Back to School Activities for Elementary Students
- Teaching in August: Lesson Plan Ideas for Elementary Teachers
- August Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- Back to School Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Crayon Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Class Pet Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Pencil Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Growth Mindset Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
September
- Teaching in September: Ideas for Elementary Teachers
- September Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- September Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers
- Apple Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Printable Scarecrow Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Patriot Day Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Orange Shirt Day Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Autumn Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
October
- Teaching in October: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- October Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- October Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
- Fire Safety Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Pumpkin Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Bats Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Spider Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Spider Activities for Elementary Students in 2nd, 3rd & 4th grade
- Bones Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
November
- Teaching in November: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- November Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- November Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
- Activities for Native American Heritage Month for Students in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Veterans Day Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Turkey Reading Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Kindness Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Thanksgiving Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
December
- Teaching in December: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- December Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- December Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
- Gingerbread Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Winter Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Snow Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Reindeer Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Christmas Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
January
- Teaching in January: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- January Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- January Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
- New Year Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Snowmen at Night Writing Activity and Craft for 1st-3rd Graders
- Penguins Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Martin Luther King Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Illness Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Chinese New Year Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
February
- Teaching in February: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- February Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- February Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
- Black History Month Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Dental Health Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Groundhog Day Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Valentine’s Day Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Presidents’ Day Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
March
- Teaching in March: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- March Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- March Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
- Women’s History Month Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- St. Patrick’s Day Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Spring Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Holi Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
April
- Teaching in April: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- April Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- April Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
- Easter Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- National Library Week Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Earth Day Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Arbor Day Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Gardening Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
May
- Teaching in May: End of School Year Ideas for Elementary Teachers
- May Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- May Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
- Cinco de Mayo Reading Comprehension Worksheets for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Mother’s Day Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Butterfly Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Bee Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Memorial Day Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
June and End of the School Year
- Teaching in June: Lesson Plan ideas Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- June Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- June Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
- End of the Year Reading Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Father’s Day Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Summer Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Sharks Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
- Sun Reading Comprehension Activities for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade
3rd Grade Teaching Resources
Below are some third grade teaching resources we think you’ll find interesting!
Math
- Games
- Spiral Review Activities
- Assessments
- Concept Sorts
- Journals
- Quick Checks
- Open Ended Problems
- Word Problems
- Number of the Day Activities
- Vocabulary Cards, Games and Activities
Literacy
Sub Plans
Seasonal
In closing, we hope you find these resources for teaching 3rd grade helpful!
