Multiplication and Division Word Problems Worksheet

Grades

Standards

3.OA.A.3
3.OA.D.8

Formats

About the "Multiplication and Division" Worksheet

Multiplication and Division is an engaging mathematics worksheet centered around a party planning theme. This interactive and printable worksheet spans two pages and presents four diverse word problems that require students to apply both multiplication and division skills in practical scenarios. The problems are contextualized within Elle's party preparations, covering various aspects such as managing paper plates, purchasing balloons, hanging streamers, and ordering pizza. This approach not only reinforces mathematical concepts but also demonstrates their real-world applications.

The worksheet's structure encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills as students navigate through different types of calculations. From simple division to determine the cost of individual balloons to more complex multi-step problems involving time calculations and pizza ordering, the questions progressively challenge students' mathematical abilities. By framing these problems within a relatable context of party planning, the worksheet makes abstract mathematical concepts more concrete and interesting for young learners. The provided space for answers promotes organized solution presentation and allows for easy review and discussion of results.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

Application of multiplication and division in real-life situations
Problem-solving skills in the context of party planning
Multi-step problem solving involving both operations
Time and quantity calculations using mathematical operations

Learning Outcomes

Cognitive

Students will correctly solve at least 3 out of 4 word problems involving multiplication and division within the given time frame.
Given a multi-step word problem, students will accurately identify the necessary operations and solve the problem with 85% accuracy.

Psychomotor

Students will neatly write their answers in the provided spaces, demonstrating proper number formation and alignment.
Students will show their work or calculations alongside each problem, organizing their thought process clearly on paper.

Affective

Students will demonstrate increased confidence in approaching word problems by attempting all questions without hesitation.
Students will show enthusiasm for learning mathematics by engaging positively with the party planning theme of the worksheet.

Interpersonal/Social

Students will effectively communicate their problem-solving strategies when discussing answers with classmates or the teacher.
Students will demonstrate teamwork by collaborating with peers to check and verify answers, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Common Core Standards Covered

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.D.8

Solve two-step word problems using the four operations. Represent these problems using equations with a letter standing for the unknown quantity. Assess the reasonableness of answers using mental computation and estimation strategies including rounding.3