Humble Science Benchmarks

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3rd Grade Math Benchmark Targets by Strand

By year's end, all students will:

Strand	#	Benchmark Target	Link to TEKS	Curriculum Connection
Numbers, Operations, and Quantitative Reasoning	1.	Read, write and identify place value for numbers through 999,999.	3.1 A, B	Number, Operations, and Quantitative Reasoning
		Place Value practice Expanded notation practice interactive Missing Numbers
	2.	Compare and order numbers through 9,999.	3.1 B	Number, Operations, and Quantitative Reasoning
		Comparing numbers Magic Lamp game Toon University demo with 3 levels of play
	3.	Identify and determine the value of a collection of coins and bills (front and back).	3.1 C	Number, Operations, and Quantitative Reasoning
		K-2 Money Games US Mint money games
	4.	Use and construct concrete and pictorial models to name and compare fractional parts of a whole or a set using denominators of 12 or less.	3.2 A, B, C, D	Number, Operations, and Quantitative Reasoning
		Playing Fraction Track Visual Fractions Fresh Baked Fractions game
	5.	Recall and apply multiplication facts through 10s and use in problem solving situations.	3.4 A, B	Number, Operations, and Quantitative Reasoning
		Story problems written by kids! great resource Skip Counting Game Enchanted Learning Skip Counting Skip counting practice Skip counting by 5 AAA math interactive multiplication practice shows array
	6.	Solve and write multiplication problems with one-digit multipliers. (Ex. 33 x 5 or 24 x 7)	3.4 B	Number, Operations, and Quantitative Reasoning

	7.	Use concrete and pictorial models to solve addition, subtraction multiplication and division problems.	3.3A 3.4 C	Number, Operations, and Quantitative Reasoning
		Online Abacus
	8.	Solve problems using addition and subtraction using whole numbers through 999.	3.3 A, B	Number, Operations, and Quantitative Reasoning
		Ice Cream game hurry before it all melts! Coin values game Great game! Magic Squares
	9.	Estimate reasonable sums and differences by rounding to the nearest 10 or 100.	3.4 A, B	Number, Operations, and Quantitative Reasoning
		Estimation Topics

Patterns, Relationships, and Algebraic Thinking	10.	Identify how multiplication and division are related by fact families.	3.6 C	Patterns, Relationships, and Algebraic Thinking
		Fact family flashcards
	11.	Identify and extend patterns with whole numbers or geometric shapes presented in lists, tables or pictorial models to solve problems and make predictions.	3.6 A 3.7 A, B	Patterns, Relationships, and Algebraic Thinking
		Problems of the Week Online Mastermind Creating Patterns good for checking understanding (interactive test)

Geometry and Spacial Reasoning	12.	Name, describe and compare shapes and solids using formal models to solve problems and make predictions.	3.8 A 3.9 A, C	Geometry and Spatial Reasoning
		Bubble Troubles similar to Tetris Topsy Turvey Simple tesselations directions
	13.	Locate and name points on a number line using whole numbers and fractions with denominators of 12 or less.	3.10 A	Geometry and Spatial Reasoning
		Pizza Party
	14.	Using concrete models, identify and construct congruent shapes and lines of symmetry.	3.9 A, B, C	Geometry and Spatial Reasoning
		Shape Walk use a digital camera to find actual examples around school Exploring geometric solids and their properties Exploring rectangles and parallelograms Heart Puzzle Symmetrical Word Designs

Measurement	15.	Tell and write time to the minute on traditional, analog, and digital clocks including elapsed time to solve problems.	3.12 A 3.13 A	Measurement
		Elapsed time lesson E Lab lesson
	16.	Estimate and measure lengths to solve problems using metric and standard units including perimeter and area.	3.11A,B,C 3.13 A	Measurement
		Developing the concept of an inch Inch Square Observations A 1 inch window helps us focus on a small area Measurement riddles
	17.	Use a thermometer to measure temperature in F and C to solve problems.	3.12 A, B 3.13 A	Measurement
		Measurement Resources many types Thermometer lesson
	18.	Convert length units among other units in the same system. (ex. ft. to in. or cm. To m)	3.11 3.12	Measurement
		On line converter 1 Unit converter 2 Converter 3

Probability and Statistics	19.	Collect, organize, record, display, and analyze relevant data in picture and bar graphs to draw conclusions and make predictions.	3.14 A, B	Probability and Statistics
		Conduct a simple survey using a spreadsheet. Convert results into a bar graph.
	20.	Predict and explain why events are more likely, less likely or equally likely to occur.	3.14 C	Probability and Statistics
		Math Keys - Probability

Underlying Processes and Mathematical Tools	21.	Choose operations of whole numbers to solve problems, justify choice, and determine reasonableness of solutions.	3.15 A 3.16 A 3.17 A	Underlying Processes and Mathematical Tools

	22.	Solve multi-step problems by using a plan and selecting an appropriate strategy.	3.15	Underlying Processes and Mathematical Tools

	23.	Use grade level appropriate math terms and vocabulary.	3.15	All Concepts
		Visual Glossary

TEKS SEARCH		Marco Polo Search by TEXAS TEKS Alignment
		Third Grade AAA math site

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