Multiplication Word Problems Grade 3 Worksheet

Grades
3
Standards
3.OA.A.1
3.OA.A.3
3.OA.C.7
Formats
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About the "Multiplication" Worksheet

Multiplication is a comprehensive math worksheet designed to reinforce students' understanding and application of multiplication concepts. This interactive and printable worksheet consists of two pages, each containing three word problems that require multiplication skills to solve. The problems are carefully crafted to represent real-world scenarios, making the math concepts more relatable and engaging for students. From calculating the number of steps on multiple escalators to determining the total number of cards in several decks, the worksheet offers a diverse range of practical applications for multiplication.

The worksheet encourages students to show their work, promoting step-by-step problem-solving and clear mathematical thinking. Each question is structured with a problem statement followed by a prompt for the final answer, helping students organize their responses effectively. The variety of contexts used in the problems – including escalators, dolls, books, buses, car tires, and decks of cards – helps students recognize the widespread applicability of multiplication in everyday life. This approach not only reinforces multiplication skills but also develops critical thinking and problem-solving abilities as students interpret word problems and translate them into mathematical operations.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

  • Application of multiplication in real-world scenarios
  • Problem-solving skills through word problems
  • Step-by-step mathematical thinking and showing work
  • Understanding of multiplication with various factors (2, 5, 10, 12, 25)

Learning Outcomes

Cognitive

  • Students will correctly solve at least 5 out of 6 multiplication word problems within the given time frame.
  • Given a word problem, students will accurately identify the relevant information and choose the appropriate multiplication operation 90% of the time.

Psychomotor

  • Students will neatly write out their problem-solving steps for each question, showing all work clearly and legibly.
  • Students will accurately fill in the blank spaces with their final answers, demonstrating proper number formation and placement.

Affective

  • Students will demonstrate increased confidence in approaching word problems by attempting all questions without hesitation.
  • Students will show persistence in working through challenging problems, seeking help or clarification when needed rather than giving up.

Interpersonal/Social

  • Students will effectively communicate their problem-solving strategies when discussing answers with peers or the teacher.
  • Students will demonstrate respect for others' approaches to solving multiplication problems by listening attentively during class discussions.

Tags

multiplication, word problems, real-world math, problem-solving, mathematical reasoning, step-by-step solutions, practical math applications, elementary math, multiplication factors, arithmetic skills

Publisher: Workybooks
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Written by:Jacqueline Juliano
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Illustrated by: Phoebe Rothfeld

Common core standards covered

3.OA.A.1
Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 _ 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 _ 7.
3.OA.A.3
Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve word problems in situations involving equal groups, arrays, and measurement quantities, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.1
3.OA.C.7
Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 _ 5 = 40, one knows 40 Ö 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

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