3rd Grade Addition Math Journal Prompts – 2 & 3 Digit Addition – Missing Addends

Teaching 3rd-grade addition while keeping students engaged can be a challenge, but this paperless collection of 3rd grade addition math journal prompts offers a simple solution to elevate your math block. Say goodbye to the hassle of making daily copies that often end up forgotten in desks or backpacks. With a convenient one-click format, this resource saves time, reduces stress, and streamlines classroom management. The editable text allows you to easily customize content to suit your classroom needs. Its consistent page layout helps students respond to prompts effortlessly by following the example displayed on the screen and replicating it in their math journals.

Skills Included

• Equations:  Find the Missing Addends
• Balance Equations
• Commutative Property
• Associative Property
• 2-Digit Addition
• 3-Digit Addition
• Addition with 3 Addends
• Two-Step Word Problem Using a Variable
• Use a 120 Chart to Find a Pattern
• Add using Partial Sums
• Equivalent Addition Expressions
• Missing Sums & Missing Addends
• Relate Addition and Subtract
• Addition Pattern
• Addition Equations
• Use a Number Line to Add
• Use Compensation to Add
• Addition Expression in Words

*Please view the preview to see a detailed list of all standards included*

Slide Formats Included

3rd grade addition math journal prompts are included in 3 formats so you can choose which one is best for your class and curriculum timeline:

• One-Click PowerPoint Slides
• One-Click Google Slides
• Printable Cut + Glue Prompts

Teacher & Parent-Friendly

Each math journal slide is number-coded to correspond with a skill key so teachers can look at any student journal page and quickly identify the skill and its content.

Editable + Customizable

THE BEST PART?! This journal pack is almost 100% editable to fit your classroom. ALL text is editable so you can:

• Change names in prompts to match your students’ names
• Change numbers in prompts to differentiate OR reuse the same prompt in a different way
• Change the slide title if you choose to use this as a small group activity rather than a math journal

Do I need a SmartBoard?

No! Project the prompts on any blank surface in your classroom, or you can print the printable prompts to cut and paste into student journals.

Tell me EVERYTHING I get:

Included in this pack, you will receive:

• 36 unique prompts (Available in PowerPoint, Google Slides, PDF, or print-friendly versions)
• Math Journal Cover (fits any standard-sized spiral notebook; comes in color and black & white)
• Directions for classroom implementation, tips for editing, and more!
• A key that corresponds to all prompts’ codes so you can quickly assess student understanding throughout the year

Some Helpful Notes:

• This math journal is ideal for 3rd grade but might be able to be used in other grade levels depending on your students.
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