This 3rd grade Resource was designed for students in Kern County at an expanding level.

Help your 3rd-grade students master ordering numbers with this engaging set of Order Numbers Task Cards! Aligned with CCSS 3.NBT.1, these task cards challenge students to order numbers and build essential number sense skills.

This set includes:

• 32 task cards 
• Answer key for quick and easy checking.
• Student recording sheet for independent work or accountability during activities.

Flexible Use Options:

1. Small Group Games: Use these task cards in small groups for math centers or as part of a friendly competition. For example, students can play a "war" style game where they each choose a card, orders the numbers, and the student that orders the numbers first wins.
2. Whole Group Activities: Incorporate them into whole-group instruction by projecting a card and having students hold up answer cards or write answers on mini whiteboards.
3. Move and Learn: Spread the cards around the room in a "Scoot" activity! Students walk to each card, solve the problem, and record their answers on their sheets, adding movement and fun to the learning process.

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Strategies:

• Multiple Means of Representation: Place value cards are included to support students.
• Multiple Means of Action and Expression: Students can record answers in multiple ways—writing, drawing symbols, or even verbalizing their answer in pair-share activities.

English Language Development (ELD) Support:

• Language Frames: Provide sentence starters like, “___, ___, and ___ are ordered from least to greatest.” This helps students articulate their reasoning while practicing academic language.
• Collaborative Pair Work: Pair ELLs with peers to discuss their reasoning before recording answers, fostering meaningful interaction and oral language practice.

With these task cards, students will build confidence and mastery in ordering numbers, whether learning independently, collaborating with peers, or engaging in active, hands-on math practice!