At a Glance:

Grades:3
Subject:Math
Topic:Solving Word Problems With Division
Lesson Length:20 - 30 mins

Standards / Framework:

What will students learn in this activity?

Students will solidify their understanding of division while creating a word problem comic.

What should students know before this activity?

Students should have an understanding of how division is used in daily life. Have a list of division problems that students can pick from to create their comic. 

How can teachers introduce this lesson?

  • Read and discuss the sample comic. 
    • How did Mrs. Broome know which operation to use?
    • Were there any key words that helped?  

What will students do?

  • Assign students a division problem and have them create a comic to demonstrate their understanding.

  • The comic should depict a real life problem requiring division and a solution. 

How can teachers wrap up the lesson?

  • As a class or in small groups, have students share and discuss their word problem comics. 

How can teachers differentiate this activity?

  • Allow students to use the speech-to-text feature as needed.

  • Allow students to use the voiceover feature to read their comics aloud.
  • Allow students to work with a partner as needed.
  • Provide examples of real-life situations for students to choose from.

  • Provide a list of keywords students can use in their comic. 

Related Resources:

  • Comic to print or display: Comic 1. 

Suggested Story Starters: