Grade 3 - Word Problems - Solving Multi-Step Word Problems

In this video, we'll explore a problem-solving strategy that combines bar modeling with basic arithmetic operations. We'll start by understanding the total number of items and then determine what half of that total is, as half are checked out. From the remaining amount, we'll identify a specific portion related to picture books, and then use subtraction to find the number of chapter books.

This method emphasizes the importance of visualizing the problem through bar modeling, while also incorporating division and subtraction strategies. The goal is to help students see how different mathematical concepts work together to solve complex word problems.