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Study Guide — K.MD.B.3

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Classify and count categories

Sort toys or snacks, count each group, and compare category sizes.

What this standard means

  • Sort objects into given categories
  • Count objects in each category
  • Compare which category has more
  • Organize a simple picture graph

_See printable PDF for diagram._

How to use the 20 practice sets

| Sets | When to use | | --- | --- | | 1–5 | Intro — explore together, short written items | | 6–10 | Core skills — diagrams and written practice | | 11–15 | Mixed review — explain thinking | | 16–20 | Stretch — word problems and mastery tasks |

Pacing: 10–15 minutes per session.

How to practice

1. Sort buttons by color 2. Make a row graph with sticky notes 3. Ask which category has fewest

_See printable PDF for diagram._

Common mistakes

  • Miscounting after sorting
  • Overlapping categories
  • Not labeling categories

Review and practice tests

1. Start Review 1/10 when sets 1–3 feel comfortable. 2. Move up one review level with little help. 3. Use Practice Test 4/10–6/10 for mid-standard checks. 4. Practice Test 10/10 is the mastery bar for K.MD.B.3.

  • [ ] Sorts into 2–3 categories
  • [ ] Counts each category accurately
  • [ ] Compares category counts

Materials for this standard

  • Practice Problems — 20 printable sets
  • Review — 10 difficulty levels
  • Practice Test — 10 difficulty levels
  • Answer key — for parents and tutors

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