Third Grade Curriculum

Third graders are starting to understand cause and effect and can make connections between abstract concepts. The Time4Learning curriculum harnesses these new abilities to extend understanding in key math concepts.

At Time4Learning third graders discover that:

• Numeration and number theory help us understand the connections numbers have with each other.
• The four operations are fundamental to math and are connected to each other.
• Fractions and decimals are connected to each other and impact every day life.
• Coordinate geometry can help us understand location and describe spatial relationships.

Third graders vocabulary is expanding rapidly and they are beginning to use language in more sophisticated ways like creative writing. Time4Learning encourages this growth through an integrated language arts approach where students apply reading writing and thinking skills within an engaging activity.

At Time4Learning Third Graders explore:

• The stages of the writing process: planning, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing.
• Vocabulary understanding that includes: synonyms, antonyms, prefixes, suffixes, homophones, and idioms.
• Integrated thematic chapters on a variety of topics that encourage students to use reading, writing, and thinking skills together.

Third graders enjoy activities that allow them to express their imagination which is why Time4Learning has created third grade social studies as an adventure. Learners will meet Bryson the teacher and Vearl the Squirrel as they apply inquiry-based learning to learning geography, history, civics, and economics.

At Time4Learning third graders discover:

• Earth's physical features through a study of geography and climate
• Maps are tools to help us discover more about our planet
• North American history and learn more about the colonies.
• Consumers, producers, markets and prices are connected to our every day lives and our community.

Third graders are developing strong interests in particular subjects or hobbies, which can lead to more focused learning and exploration. Time4Learning harnesses this through a comprehensive science approach using the 5E Model: Engage, Explore, Explain, Extend, and Evaluate.

At Time4Learning Third Graders discover that:

• There are invisible forces of static electricity and magnetism as well as conductors, insulators and current electricity.
• That all living things (plants and animals) have a unique life cycle that includes the stages of birth, growth and development, reproduction, and death.
• Changes in behavior and physical characteristics can happen in a species, based on their needs and their environment.
• Our solar system includes the sun, our eight planets and other smaller bodies orbiting within our solar system.

This outline shows both what your child will learn (the scope) and the order in which the lessons build on each other (the sequence).

Third Grade Math

Chapter 1: Place Value

• Read and Write Numbers
• Compare and Order Numbers
• Rounding Numbers

Chapter 2: Addition Concepts

• Properties of Addition
• Estimating Sums

Chapter 3: Subtraction Concepts

• Subtraction Patterns
• Estimating Differences

Chapter 4: Addition and Subtraction

• Adding 2- and 3-Digit Numbers
• Subtracting with Regrouping

Chapter 5: Multiplication Concepts

• Multiplication Models
• Multiplication as Repeated Addition

Chapter 6: Multiplication Facts

• Multiplying by 0–5
• Multiplying by 6–10

Chapter 7: Division Concepts

• Division as Equal Groups
• Relating Multiplication and Division

Chapter 8: Division Facts

• Divide by 1–10
• Division Word Problems

Chapter 9: Patterns and Sequences

• Number Patterns
• Input/Output Tables

Chapter 10: Understanding Fractions

• Equal Parts and Unit Fractions
• Fractions on a Number Line

Chapter 11: Comparing Fractions

• Same Denominator
• Same Numerator

Chapter 12: Equivalent Fractions

• Models of Equivalent Fractions
• Generate Equivalents

Chapter 13: Understanding Decimals

• Decimals as Fractions
• Compare and Order Decimals

Chapter 14: Time

• Telling Time
• Elapsed Time

Chapter 15: Money

• Count Coins
• Making Change

Chapter 16: Customary Measurement

• Length, Weight, Capacity

Chapter 17: Metric Measurement

• Length, Mass, Volume

Chapter 18: Perimeter and Area

• Find Perimeter
• Measure Area

Chapter 19: Two-Dimensional Shapes

• Polygons and Quadrilaterals

Chapter 20: Angles and Lines

• Types of Angles
• Lines and Rays

Chapter 21: Solid Figures

• 3D Shapes
• Edges, Faces, Vertices

Chapter 22: Data and Graphs

• Bar Graphs and Pictographs
• Line Plots and Tables

Third Grade Language Arts

Chapter 1: Vocabulary Skills

• Context Clues
• Synonyms and Antonyms
• Multiple-Meaning Words

Chapter 2: Spelling and Phonics

• Phonics Patterns
• Common Spelling Rules

Chapter 3: Grammar Basics

• Nouns and Pronouns
• Verbs and Adjectives
• Adverbs and Prepositions

Chapter 4: Sentence Structure

• Subjects and Predicates
• Complete and Run-On Sentences

Chapter 5: Punctuation and Capitalization

• End Punctuation
• Capitalizing Proper Nouns

Chapter 6: Writing Process

• Planning and Drafting
• Revising and Publishing

Chapter 7: Narrative Writing

• Writing Personal Stories
• Using Dialogue

Chapter 8: Opinion Writing

• Stating an Opinion
• Supporting with Reasons

Chapter 9: Informational Writing

• Research and Reporting
• Using Facts and Examples

Chapter 10: Poetry

• Rhyme and Rhythm
• Imagery and Meaning

Chapter 11: Reading Comprehension

• Main Idea and Details
• Cause and Effect
• Compare and Contrast

Chapter 12: Literary Elements

• Character, Setting, Plot
• Theme and Conflict

Chapter 13: Family – ILA

• Literature Reading
• Word Study and Grammar

Chapter 14: Community – ILA

• Reading Informational Text
• Comprehension Practice

Chapter 15: Friendship – ILA

• Understanding Theme
• Making Predictions

Chapter 16: Tall Tales – ILA

• Figurative Language
• Character Traits

Chapter 17: Folktales – ILA

• Lesson and Moral
• Sequencing Events

Chapter 18: Fairy Tales – ILA

• Fantasy Elements
• Plot and Structure

Chapter 19: Animals – ILA

• Reading Nonfiction
• Research and Writing

Third Grade Science

Chapter 1: Forces and Motion

• Types of Forces
• Gravity and Friction
• Speed and Direction

Chapter 2: Energy

• Forms of Energy
• Heat, Light, and Sound
• Energy Transfer

Chapter 3: Life Cycles and Traits

• Plant Life Cycles
• Animal Life Cycles
• Inherited Traits and Learned Behaviors

Chapter 4: Habitats and Ecosystems

• Types of Habitats
• Food Chains and Webs
• Adaptations and Survival

Chapter 5: Weather and Climate

• Weather Tools and Patterns
• Severe Weather
• Climate Zones

Chapter 6: Engineering and Design

• Scientific Inquiry
• Plan and Conduct Investigations
• Design and Test Solutions

Third Grade Social Studies

Chapter 1: Grade Introduction

• Course Overview
• Expectations and Skills

Chapter 2: Geography Skills

• Maps and Globes
• Cardinal Directions
• Map Symbols and Keys

Chapter 3: Earth’s Physical Features

• Landforms and Bodies of Water
• Continents and Oceans

Chapter 4: Communities and Resources

• Urban, Suburban, and Rural Areas
• Using Natural Resources

Chapter 5: Government and Citizenship

• Rules and Laws
• Local, State, and National Government
• Responsibilities of Citizens

Chapter 6: U.S. Symbols and Landmarks

• National Symbols
• Historical Monuments

Chapter 7: Native American Cultures

• Early Societies and Traditions
• Regions and Lifestyles

Chapter 8: Early Explorers

• European Exploration
• Encounters with Native Peoples

Chapter 9: Colonial America

• Settlements and Daily Life
• Role of Religion and Trade

Chapter 10: Revolutionary America

• Causes of the Revolution
• Important Events and People

Chapter 11: Economics and Trade

• Goods and Services
• Producers and Consumers

Chapter 12: American Culture and Celebrations

• National Holidays
• Diversity and Traditions