BIBLE: As students embark on their third-grade Bible studies, they will be excited about the new Bible stories they will be learning. These stories include Old Testament Bible characters such as Samuel, David, Elijah, Elisha, Daniel, Esther, Ezra, and Nehemiah. As children listen to the events leading up to King David’s rule, they will see the contrast between King Saul and David. Students will hear examples of David’s heart toward God and that true obedience comes from the heart. Bible review and application sheets challenge students to examine their own hearts in their walk with God as they develop a biblical worldview.
LANGUAGE ARTS-READING: Students will develop an enjoyment for reading and advance in comprehension of literary concepts through a variety of literature including children’s classics, biographies, realistic fiction, fantasy, poetry, Scripture, and much more. Students will read four novels (modern day Christian fiction, historical fiction, historical Christian fiction, adventure fiction, Christian classic allegory) and deepen their comprehension of the written word through character analysis, setting and plot recognition, cause/effect and problem/solution charting, summarization and creative writing, and other enrichment activities.
LANGUAGE ARTS-LANGUAGE: The work-text Language 3 provides a variety of practice exercises for students as they continue their study of English, building on the foundational language concepts learned in second grade. Third graders will expand their understanding and knowledge of English as they apply the following concepts: recognizing, writing, and correctly punctuating four kinds of sentences; identifying and correctly using nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, and conjunctions; identifying subject and predicate of sentences, including compound subjects and verbs; subject-verb agreement including simple and compound subjects and verbs, contractions, and irregular verbs; using and identifying compound words, rhyming words, antonyms, synonyms, homonyms, contractions, and singular possessive words; and forming plural nouns and singular verbs by applying spelling rules. Correlating with both Writing with Purpose 3 and the Reading 3 program, Language 3 provides instruction and application of writing, including the following: writing topic and concluding sentences, using graphic organizers to record researched data; paragraph development; summarizing a variety of literary genres; writing book reports; and using proofreader’s marks to edit writing.
LANGUAGE ARTS-PENMANSHIP: Penmanship Writing with Purpose 3 contains a variety of interesting exercises designed to give third graders continued instruction and practice in developing their penmanship skills. Emphasis is placed on neatness and correct letter formation of daily practice. The many activities in the book allow students to improve writing skills as well as expanding practical application. Activities include the following: birthday invitations, grocery list, weekly planner, and dinner menu.
LANGUAGE ARTS-CREATIVE WRITING: Creative Writing. Beginning in lesson 86, writing class will focus primarily on creative writing skills with penmanship review. Creative Writing skills will be taught in a sequence that will prepare students to write their own stories.
LANGUAGE ARTS-SPELLING & POETRY: Third graders will develop their spelling and vocabulary skills as they study the words found in Spelling and Poetry 3. Each list contains words from everyday life and “content words” from other academic areas. Lists are organized according to spelling rules and patterns to help students recall and apply their learning. Vocabulary words and definitions are included with each list along with vocabulary activity. Students will also build spelling and vocabulary skills by completing a variety of practice exercises. The poetry section acquaints students with a wide variety of good poetry through classroom recitation and memorization. By discussing the meaning and purpose of each poem, students will develop their comprehension skills. Poems for memorization have been selected for their beauty of language, literary greatness, and character-building qualities.
ARITHMETIC: Building on the solid foundation of Arithmetic 1 and 2, students are well prepared for the new material in Arithmetic 3. Extensive work is provided in multiplication, long division, and multi-step story problems. Students will tackle fractions, equations, measurement conversions, graphs, and simple geometry. Practical problems on the daily work pages reinforce new concepts, and ample review problems promote student success. Supplementary problems are designed to meet individual needs.
HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY: Our American Heritage is a full-year biographical study of over fifty people who made an impact on American history through their character, contributions, and courage. Students will be inspired as they learn about the lives and accomplishments of these great Americans. This chronologically arranged introduction to American history makes it easier for students to remember important events and provides them with valuable, diverse heroes and role models.
SCIENCE: Exploring God’s World guides the student’s study of God’s plan for creation. Students will increase both their reading comprehension and their knowledge of scientific concepts while learning about matter and energy, the earth’s atmosphere and surface, the plant world, the solar system, animals and their habitats, and the human body from God’s viewpoint. Through the “how” and “why” questions that are answered in this text, children will learn about the world around them while developing their thinking skills. Exploring God’s World also includes hands-on activities and demonstrations that help to increase each student’s comprehension of basic science concepts. Begin the year by teaching this 120 lesson course followed by 50 lessons of Health.
HEALTH: The purpose of Health, Safety, and Manners 3 is to teach students about the body God has given them and to encourage them to practice good health, safety, and manners habits each day. Third-grade students enjoy learning about good posture, healthy habits, exercise, nutrition, first aid, personal health, public safety, recreational safety, home safety, manners, and courtesy.
LANGUAGE ARTS-READING: Students will develop an enjoyment for reading and advance in comprehension of literary concepts through a variety of literature including children’s classics, biographies, realistic fiction, fantasy, poetry, Scripture, and much more. Students will read four novels (modern day Christian fiction, historical fiction, historical Christian fiction, adventure fiction, Christian classic allegory) and deepen their comprehension of the written word through character analysis, setting and plot recognition, cause/effect and problem/solution charting, summarization and creative writing, and other enrichment activities.
LANGUAGE ARTS-LANGUAGE: The work-text Language 3 provides a variety of practice exercises for students as they continue their study of English, building on the foundational language concepts learned in second grade. Third graders will expand their understanding and knowledge of English as they apply the following concepts: recognizing, writing, and correctly punctuating four kinds of sentences; identifying and correctly using nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, and conjunctions; identifying subject and predicate of sentences, including compound subjects and verbs; subject-verb agreement including simple and compound subjects and verbs, contractions, and irregular verbs; using and identifying compound words, rhyming words, antonyms, synonyms, homonyms, contractions, and singular possessive words; and forming plural nouns and singular verbs by applying spelling rules. Correlating with both Writing with Purpose 3 and the Reading 3 program, Language 3 provides instruction and application of writing, including the following: writing topic and concluding sentences, using graphic organizers to record researched data; paragraph development; summarizing a variety of literary genres; writing book reports; and using proofreader’s marks to edit writing.
LANGUAGE ARTS-PENMANSHIP: Penmanship Writing with Purpose 3 contains a variety of interesting exercises designed to give third graders continued instruction and practice in developing their penmanship skills. Emphasis is placed on neatness and correct letter formation of daily practice. The many activities in the book allow students to improve writing skills as well as expanding practical application. Activities include the following: birthday invitations, grocery list, weekly planner, and dinner menu.
LANGUAGE ARTS-CREATIVE WRITING: Creative Writing. Beginning in lesson 86, writing class will focus primarily on creative writing skills with penmanship review. Creative Writing skills will be taught in a sequence that will prepare students to write their own stories.
LANGUAGE ARTS-SPELLING & POETRY: Third graders will develop their spelling and vocabulary skills as they study the words found in Spelling and Poetry 3. Each list contains words from everyday life and “content words” from other academic areas. Lists are organized according to spelling rules and patterns to help students recall and apply their learning. Vocabulary words and definitions are included with each list along with vocabulary activity. Students will also build spelling and vocabulary skills by completing a variety of practice exercises. The poetry section acquaints students with a wide variety of good poetry through classroom recitation and memorization. By discussing the meaning and purpose of each poem, students will develop their comprehension skills. Poems for memorization have been selected for their beauty of language, literary greatness, and character-building qualities.
ARITHMETIC: Building on the solid foundation of Arithmetic 1 and 2, students are well prepared for the new material in Arithmetic 3. Extensive work is provided in multiplication, long division, and multi-step story problems. Students will tackle fractions, equations, measurement conversions, graphs, and simple geometry. Practical problems on the daily work pages reinforce new concepts, and ample review problems promote student success. Supplementary problems are designed to meet individual needs.
HISTORY & GEOGRAPHY: Our American Heritage is a full-year biographical study of over fifty people who made an impact on American history through their character, contributions, and courage. Students will be inspired as they learn about the lives and accomplishments of these great Americans. This chronologically arranged introduction to American history makes it easier for students to remember important events and provides them with valuable, diverse heroes and role models.
SCIENCE: Exploring God’s World guides the student’s study of God’s plan for creation. Students will increase both their reading comprehension and their knowledge of scientific concepts while learning about matter and energy, the earth’s atmosphere and surface, the plant world, the solar system, animals and their habitats, and the human body from God’s viewpoint. Through the “how” and “why” questions that are answered in this text, children will learn about the world around them while developing their thinking skills. Exploring God’s World also includes hands-on activities and demonstrations that help to increase each student’s comprehension of basic science concepts. Begin the year by teaching this 120 lesson course followed by 50 lessons of Health.
HEALTH: The purpose of Health, Safety, and Manners 3 is to teach students about the body God has given them and to encourage them to practice good health, safety, and manners habits each day. Third-grade students enjoy learning about good posture, healthy habits, exercise, nutrition, first aid, personal health, public safety, recreational safety, home safety, manners, and courtesy.