3rd Grade
What do we learn about God's character when we study mathematics? (O-D)
God is a God of order as is seen through the properties of multiplication and division 3.0A.
How can we worship God through mathematics? (G-W)
When you see the order and consistency displayed in multiplication and division, what does this tell you about the creator of math? 3.OA.D
What happens every time you multiply by 10?
What happens every time you multiply or divide by 1?
Col. 1: 16-17: For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.
How do we move beyond seeing beauty to creating beauty? (B-C)
Piet Mondrian used squares and rectangles to make beautiful paintings. Google “Mondrian” and display the many images of his paintings such as Composition with Red, Blue, and Yellow, Broadway Boogie Woogie, and Composition A. 3.G.A.1
Students then create their own Mondrian Art.
After the art is created, ask if a quadrilateral that is not classified as a rectangle would add to the beauty of the art or not and why?
How can understanding and using mathematics help build community? (C-B)
How do other communities use mathematics? (C-B)
How can time help us communicate with others? 3.MD.A
How do other cultures view time? 3.MD.A
How can mathematics help us be good stewards? (E-K)
How does our time management reveal our values? 3.MD.A
How do we understand time considering a God who is not bound by time?
How can mathematics help us explore and learn about creation? (C-E)
There are many applications and uses of mathematics in science. Consider each science unit taught in third grade through the lense, "How does mathematics help us learn more about the unit?
How do our problem-solving strategies display our unique image-bearing as creative caretakers, problem-solvers, and innovators who continue to develop the creation? 3.OA.
How does mathematics help us become effective servant-workers? (S-W)
Numbers help us communicate and keep us safe.
Determining the correct dosage of medicine 3.MD.A.2
Planning and budgeting for expenses 3.0A.8
What patterns and relationships did God embed in creation? (O-D)
How do the relationships between the operations reflect the unity of mathematics? 3.OA.B
How does an image reflector make sense of problems and demonstrate perseverance in solving them? (I-R) MP1
Is it okay to say you are bad at mathematics?
It is not possible to know the plans God has for your life and which mathematics skills will be necessary. Only God knows the plans that he has for you.
Jer. 29:11
Why do we have to learn this?
Proverbs 25:2: “It is the glory of God to conceal a matter; to search out a matter is the glory of kings.”
How can mathematics be used for good or for evil? (I-D)
Good examples:
Using math to design a fairer rotation for a game at recess.
Using math to plan a bake sale for a charitable organization.
Evil examples:
Cheating in a game.
Lying about length of time practicing an instrument or playing a video game.
How do other communities use mathematics? (C-B)
God created the numbers, but different cultures communicate the numbers differently
Show examples of other numbers such as Roman, Babylonian, etc.
Show examples of alternate algorithms 3.N.BT
Examples of communities that use metric and standard measurement 3.MD.A.2
How is mathematics a tool to care for the earth? (E-K)
How can we use mathematics to meet the needs of the world? (J-S)
How can mathematics be used to bring restoration? (J-S)
How is mathematics a tool to care for the earth?
Mathematics helps us share and distribute resources
Division 3.0A
How is mathematics a language that helps me communicate? (S-W)
Mathematics is a gift that allows us to express ourselves.
How does rounding help communicate succinctly? 3.OA.D.8
How can mathematics help us be good stewards? (E-K)
The ability to compare fractions helps us make good choices.
Where do you see fractions in your life that help people share resources? 3.NF.3