Mrs. Kelly's Terrific
Third Grade Explorers
Our Class Curriculum
Reading:
This year, our school is piloting a new reading program called Into Reading. Modules 3rd graders will explore include:
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What a Character! (Character Studies)
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Use Your Words (Words)
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Let Freedom Ring (US History)
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Stories on Stage (Drama)
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Teamwork (Teamwork)
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Animal Behaviors (Science)
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Make a Difference (Community)
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Imagine! Invent! (Science)
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From Farm to Table (Science)
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Tell a Tale (Cultural)
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Genre Study- Non fiction
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Genre Study- Literary Texts
Writing
In addtion to reading, the new pilot we are using includes a writing program as well. 3rd graders will focus on:
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Personal/Narrative Writing
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Correspondence Writing/Letter Writing
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Descriptive Essay
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Argument/Persuasive Writing
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Expository Writing
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Opinion Writing
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Research Writing
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Poetry
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Biographical Essays
Math
Our class will contine focusing on mathematical concepts that include place value, addition, subraction, division and multiplication; factors, fractions, measurement, comparison and equivalence, problem solving, decimals, angles, attributes and geometry.
The biggest focus is on multiplication and division. All students must master facts 0-10 to ensure future math sucess.
Science
Science Curriculum this year includes in depth studies of:
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Forces and Interactions
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Inheritance and Variations of Traits
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Weather and Climate
- Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems
Social Studies
Social Studies Curriculum this year includes Regional Studies of:
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Southeast
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Northeast
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Southwest
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Northwest