Third Grade
Penmanship (Abeka Book Curriculum)
In third grade, we learn correct formation, spacing, letter size, slant and proportion for cursive letters. On our custom pages we practice Bible verses as well.
Reading (Abeka Book Curriculum)
The reading curriculum consists of 11 reading books along with 4 homework book report
projects.
- From Shore to Shore
- My New Song
- Through the Seasons
- Among the Animals
- Pilgrim Boy
- Treats and Treasures
- Heroes and Helpers
- Secret of the Maple Tree
- On the Bright Side
- Swiss Family Robinson
- Pilgrims Progress
Students are required to read daily. Students practice oral reading, smoothness, reading with inflection and following along. There are daily homework assignments, quizzes and tests that focus on reading comprehension. Students also participate in a small group setting with the teacher, where they focus on the skills needed for proper reading comprehension.
History (Abeka Book Curriculum)
History in the third grade is very exciting! Our textbook, Our American Heritage, studies the history of America through the important figures that helped form our great country. We learn about early explorers, our Founding Fathers, inventors, authors, and civil rights leaders, to name a few.
After studying our country's discovery and settlement, we learn about some of the founding presidents. Our curriculum not only teaches about the lives of great Americans, but also emphasizes patriotism and character development.
Science (Nancy Larson Science)
Our curriculum offers a variety of activities for each class. Students will do research, work on projects, and experiment. Science is an exciting hands-on class!
Math (Abeka Arithmetic 4 Curriculum)
- Place Value
- Addition/Subtraction
- Multiplication/Division
- Pre-Algebra
- Money
- Problem Solving
- Geometry
- Graphs
- Ruler
- Clock
- Measurement
- Temperature
- Fractions
- Roman Numerals
Bible (Deep Roots)
DeepRoots provides practical activities and lessons to teach students how to apply their faith to everyday living and help develop their core values. Students learn to view all life through a Biblical perspective. DeepRoots encourages a love for Jesus, and are taught about the great sacrifice He made for us, even in Old Testament lessons. Character Trait training focuses on the heart as well as behavior to encourage character development that springs from gratitude for what Christ did for us on the Cross.
Language/Writing (Abeka Book Curriculum)
Our curriculum uses reading/phonics, language and spelling skills to help the student
develop their knowledge of proper writing structure. The main concepts covered include:
- Word Usage
- Alphabetical Order
- Graphic Organizers
- Time Order Words
- Writing/Literacy Elements
- Writing complete sentences
- Writing complete and organized paragraphs
- Parts of Speech
- Styles of Writing