flagMaryland
3rd Grade Math

Maryland 3rd Grade Math Curriculum

Video lessons and practice for every 3rd grade math topic. Aligned to Maryland College Career Ready Standards so your child keeps up with class.

Maryland 3rd Grade Math Curriculum | StudyPugHelp

Print

3.OA.A.3

Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve word problems

3.OA.A.4

Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation

3.OA.B.6

Understand division as an unknown-factor problem

3.OA.D.8

Solve two-step word problems using the four operations

3.NF.A.3

Explain equivalence of fractions in special cases, and compare fractions by reasoning about their size

3.MD.C.5

Recognize area as an attribute of plane figures and understand concepts of area measurement

3.MD.C.6

Measure areas by counting unit squares

3.MD.D.8

Solve real world and mathematical problems involving perimeters of polygons

3.G.A.2

Partition shapes into parts with equal areas. Express the area of each part as a unit fraction of the whole

3rd Grade Math Topics in Maryland

Maryland 3rd grade math covers a wide range of foundational skills that students will use throughout their school careers. The Maryland College Career Ready Standards guide what students learn in each grade, and 3rd grade is a major turning point where students move from addition and subtraction into multiplication, division, and fractions.

Multiplication and Division

A large focus of 3rd grade math is building fluency with multiplication and division. Students learn to interpret products and quotients, solve word problems, and apply properties of operations. By the end of 3rd grade, students are expected to fluently multiply and divide within 100. StudyPug breaks these concepts into short, clear video lessons so every student can move at their own pace.

Fractions

3rd grade introduces fractions as numbers, not just parts of a shape. Students learn to place fractions on a number line, recognize equivalent fractions, and compare fractions by reasoning about their size. These skills prepare students for the more advanced fraction work they will do in 4th and 5th grade.

Measurement and Data

Students in 3rd grade learn to tell time to the nearest minute, measure liquid volumes and masses, and create scaled picture and bar graphs. They also measure lengths to the nearest half and quarter inch. These real-world skills connect math to everyday life.

Area and Perimeter

Understanding area and perimeter is a key 3rd grade skill. Students learn to recognize area as an attribute of plane figures, count unit squares, relate area to multiplication, and solve problems involving the perimeters of polygons.

Geometry

3rd graders explore how shapes in different categories can share attributes. They also partition shapes into equal parts and express each part as a unit fraction of the whole, connecting geometry directly to their fraction work.

How StudyPug Helps Maryland 3rd Graders

  • Video lessons aligned to Maryland College Career Ready Standards for every topic
  • Practice problems students can try immediately after each lesson
  • Available on any device so students can get homework help anywhere
  • Short lessons students can pause and replay as many times as needed