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Social Studies |
We will be focusing on geography and our community.
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Science |
In science this year we will be studying force and motion, states of matter, earth materials, structures of life, and health. Each class will be rotating the units so ask your third grader what they are studying.
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Writing |
We are continuing to use the text Write Source to assist us with writing. We also use the six trait model to improve students' writing.
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Reading |
We are using the Scott Foresman reading series. The series includes activities with phonics, comprehension, and spelling.
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Math |
In the first quarter we will review number concepts, such as adding, subtracting, place value, time, and money. However, keep practicing ALL your math facts at home!
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Special Events:
- September 27: 1/2 day inservice 8:25-11:25
- September 29: Learn Not To Burn
- October 10: Columbus Day - no school
- October 17-28: Stanford Tests
- October 27: Learn Not To Burn
- October 28: End of 1st Quarter
By the way......
- Please read ALL notes that come home, as all have some significance.
- We really appreciate your cooperation!!
Don't forget:
- read every night for 20-30 min.
- practice math facts
- spelling workbook pages due on Friday
- writing journals due on Friday
- behavior logs due on Mondays
- reading logs due on Fridays
"We are working together to meet the needs of all learners."
~The Third Grade Team" |