Selected Highlights of the 3rd Grade Curriculum

Reading:

Each child will learn to:

• summarize a story that they have read by selecting and sequencing the main events
• see reading as an enjoyable leisure time activity
• read with fluency and expression that demonstrates understanding of the story
• read non-fiction sources (encyclopedias, reference materials, biographies, etc.) and find the information needed
• analyze the critical elements of a story, such as character development, setting, plot, climax, etc.
• use literature to develop vocabulary
• use literature to recognize uses of punctuation and capitalization
• use literature as a model for different writing styles
• develop an appreciation of literature
• develop questioning and critical thinking skills through literature discussion groups
• develop life long reading habits for pleasure and informational reading
• use reading and language skills in projects and oral presentations

Mathematics:

Each child will learn:

• place value to 100,000
• addition and subtraction of up to 4 digit numbers
• multiplication and division facts to 9
• multiplication and division problems with 2 or 3 digits times (or divided by)1 digit
• decimal place value to hundredths; add and subtract decimals
• addition and subtraction of fractions with common denominators
• identification of angles, polygons, segments, and points; recognize the relationship of plane to space figures; intersecting and parallel lines; giving and locating coordinates
• customary measurement of length, weight, and capacity; perimeter
• mental math, estimation, and problem solving strategies

Spelling and Language Arts

Each child will learn to:

• write a paragraph with correct form with a topic sentence
• use resource materials to write a beginning research paper
• listen and communicate effectively in group situations
• write a story with a beginning , middle, and end in complete sentences
• write a story using the writing process
• write in a journal using proper paragraph development
• develop presentation skills
• develop skills to assist with spelling
• experience different forms of letter writing
• write different forms of poetry
• use reading and language skills in projects and oral presentations

Web Links for 3rd Graders:

ABCya - Great Education games

Who wants to be a Math Millionaire

Reading Comprehension Grade 3

Science for 3rd Graders

Keyboarding Practice

Great Web Sites for 3rd Graders