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Place Value: Rounding: Nearest 100’s Place

3rd Grade • 1 Lesson Plan
$2.00
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Quick Facts

Subject: Math, Numbers and Operations in Base Ten

Type: 1 Lesson Plan

Skills:

  • Practice the "language" of place value and rounding numbers in collaboration with peers
  • Build on their understanding by applying the skill to rounding 3 digit whole numbers to the nearest 100 on a vertical number line
  • Demonstrate their understanding by completing an exit ticket that will help you plan your next instructional steps

Materials Needed:

  • Blank paper (2 pieces per student)
  • Pencils, crayons
  • Document camera/whiteboard

Printable Resources:

  • "Exit Slip" as an assessment component (1 copy per student)

CCSS: 3.NBT.A.1

File Type: PDF Document

Lesson Plan Description

Understanding place value and the concept of rounding numbers is an invaluable life skill.  This 1 hour lesson provides multiple opportunities for your 3rd graders to practice with peers and explain their thinking around rounding 3 digit numbers.  Your students will:

  • Practice the “language” of place value and rounding numbers in collaboration with peers
  • Build on their understanding by applying the skill to rounding 3 digit whole numbers to the nearest 100 on a vertical number line
  • Demonstrate their understanding by completing an exit ticket that will help you plan your next instructional steps

**Purchasing both this 1 hour and the Math Bundle: “Place Value Rounding Bundle,” will result in duplicated content.