Equivalent Fractions & Comparing Fractions 3rd Grade Math Escape Room Activity

Third grade fraction skills can help stop the submarine from being sabotaged in this fun and engaging digital escape room based on 3rd grade math standards. Fractions on a number line, identifying equivalent fractions, & comparing fractions are all addressed in this fun & challenging escape game. Students will race to match equivalent fractions to repair the communication system, find a code by identifying fractions on a number line, compare fractions with the same numerator and denominator to navigate the sub, and much more!

This online escape room activity is easy to implement. The breakout process is fully automated by a Google Form™, so there are no answers to check or clues to hide. Google™ accounts are not required; anybody with an internet connected device can complete this 3rd grade math escape room. An optional printable puzzle helper page is available to help students work through puzzles on. An Easel by TpT digital option of this page is also available.

Escape rooms are a fun and engaging way to practice and review fraction skills. While this activity can be completed by students individually, it is recommended to have students work in small groups or pairs to encourage collaboration. It will be important for students to read clues carefully. Escape rooms are meant to be challenging, so don't be afraid to let students struggle and puzzle through the problems! It's always fun to see that "Aha!" moment when a child figures out a puzzle!

Math skills required to solve the puzzles:

• Naming a fractional part of a whole
• Matching equivalent fractions using fraction models, number lines, or other strategies
• Comparing fractions with the same numerator using < or >
• Comparing fractions with the same denominator using < or >
• Partitioning shapes into equal parts
• Students should have a firm understanding of 3.NF.A.1, 3.NF.A.2, and 3.NF.A.3 to complete this activity.

What's included in the PDF?

• Quickstart guide with link to escape room
• Optional link for Google Drive™ users to create a copy of the form to save to their own drives in order to view student results.
• Optional (but recommended) printable student pages to work out puzzles on
• Detailed answer key & teacher tips
• Success signs to snap photos with after completing the activity (optional)

FAQ

• Do students need to have Gmail™ accounts? NO! Anyone with internet access and a tablet, computer, or even phone can complete the breakout.
• How long will this take? That is the hardest question as the answer varies depending on each classroom, student, or group. Most students will be able to complete this activity in under 45 minutes. You can allow 60 minutes to be safe. The form will only save data if students are signed into Google accounts, so if you are worried about your students not finishing on time, simply have them write their answers on scratch paper. They can then come back and quickly re-enter their answers and pick up where they left off. Some students with a firm grasp on the concepts covered in this escape room will be able to complete the puzzles very quickly (20-30 minutes), others will take longer.
• Can this be used for remote learning? Yes! This product is designed to be able to be completed completely online and can be done in-person, for distance learning, or hybrid models. Students will need a device and internet connection.
• Will students have to search the web to figure out the puzzles? NO! All of the information needed will be provided in the Google Form™. The math in this activity is all standards-based.

Escape rooms are a great way to provide extra practice for students, review for tests, or provide enrichment. This escape room can be used any time of year. It is great for celebrating the end of your 3rd grade fractions unit, or to review before end of the year testing.

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