Description

This 5-day project-based math resource applies math concepts in a real-world scenario to teach students about rounding to the nearest 10 and rounding to the nearest 100. In this 5-day unit, students will apply place value concepts to plan a school carnival. This rounding project is engaging and authentic. Plus, it’s available as both a digital and print resource.

This project-based math resource covers concepts of rounding and is aligned with the following 3rd Grade Math Common Core State Standards:

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NBT.A.1

Use place value understanding to round whole numbers to the nearest 10 or 100.

This resource is available in both Printable & Digital Google Slides versions.

What’s included in this resource:

• Background Knowledge: Using a KWL, students will build background knowledge around planning a school carnival.
• Concepts of Rounding to the Nearest 10: Students will learn how to round to the nearest 10 and use this skill to determine the number of people who have RSVP’d to the school carnival.
• Concepts of Rounding to the Nearest 100: Students will learn how to round to the nearest 100 and choose items for the carnival’s goody bags.
• Concepts of Rounding on a Number Line: Students will learn how to round to the nearest 10 and the nearest 100 using a number line and choose activities for the school’s carnival.
• Wrap Up: Students will review their plan and explain their decisions.

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