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RELIGION |
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(Religion Books, Inc.
www.religionbooks.com) |
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Third graders will learn
through stories, activities, Scripture, prayer,
discussion and reflection about their Catholic faith.
Catholic values are discussed and integrated in all
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The focus is on: |
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God, Jesus Christ and the Hold Spirit |
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Planning and assisting in liturgy and
other forms of worship |
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The sacraments |
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Service |
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Liturgical seasons |
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Lives of saints |
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Church as community |
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LANGUAGE ARTS |
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(Houghton
Miflin, Inc.
www.eduplace.com) |
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READING/LITERATURE |
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Children through the series
experience authentic literature in the form of poetry,
folktales, nonfiction, fiction, fantasies and plays.
Reading fluency will develop and improve as students are
presented with the following skills: |
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Using phonetic and structural analysis |
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Using word identification strategies |
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Developing vocabulary |
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Understanding character, setting |
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Drawing conclusions |
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Making predictions |
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Sequencing events of a story |
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Distinguishing fact from fantasy |
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Using graphic organizers |
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Self-appraising and self-correcting
while reading |
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Using a dictionary |
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WRITING |
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Third grade students use
writing to convey meaning. Students will: |
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Write legibly using cursive |
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Write multiple sequential sentences on a
given topic |
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Apply spelling knowledge |
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Apply grammar and mechanics - parts of
speech, simple tenses, punctuation |
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Using the writing process including
pre-writing, writing, revising, editing, and final draft |
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Write in multiple forms - guided
writing, friendly letters, descriptive paragraphs,
narrative stories, book reviews |
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LISTENING/SPEAKING |
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Students in third grade will
listen for understanding, follow directions, and respond
appropriately to the speaker. Students will use
acquired language and vocabulary to express opinions.
They will: |
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Present material orally |
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Participate in small and large group
discussion |
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Demonstrate listening skills by asking
questions, paraphrasing and restating |
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MATHEMATICS |
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(Houghton
Miflin, Inc.
www.eduplace.com) |
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Third grade students acquire
knowledge of mathematics and the ability to apply math
skills to solve problems through the use of the text
from Math Books, Inc., extended activities, and hands-on
experiences. The publisher offers information and
activities at their website www.mathbooksinc.com. |
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Students will: |
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Identify place value in four digit
numbers |
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Use number line |
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Add subtract two and three digit numbers |
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Solve multiple step word problems |
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Chart, compare and graph data |
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Know multiplication and division facts |
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Recognize fractional units |
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Measure and compare length, capacity and
weight |
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Identify patterns using fact families |
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Graph and explain data |
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Identify, classify, compare and describe
characteristics of shapes |
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| SOCIAL
STUDIES |
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(Social
Studies, Inc. www.socialstudiesbooks.com) |
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Third grade students will develop an
awareness of the world around them and how people affect
their environment. |
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Focus will be: |
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Midwestern Pioneer Life |
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Communities |
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Geography/map skills |
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Meeting needs through goods and services |
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U.S. symbols and traditions |
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| SCIENCE |
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(Science Books, Inc.
www.sciencebooks.com) |
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Students use concrete,
hands-on experiences to understand science in the
physical and natural world around them. They learn
through observing, predicting, questioning and
explaining. |
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Students will study: |
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Collect and chart data |
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Describe simple life cycles of plants,
animals |
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Recognize relationship of living things
and their environment |
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Identify the planets and their order
from the sun |
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Describe features and processes of the
water cycle |
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Identify force and motion |
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Identify importance of science |
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| PHYSICAL
EDUCATION |
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In third grade students
learn and explore factors that affect a healthy
lifestyle. |
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Third graders will: |
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Maintain personal fitness |
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Develop and demonstrate gross motor skills |
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Follow more complex sequences and
movement in games and dance |
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Participate in cooperative group games |
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| ART |
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Children will have the
opportunity to express themselves in various art forms. |
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Students will: |
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Communicate through art using a variety
of media and tools |
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Appreciate various art works |
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Appreciate various art works |
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Learn how art reflects and shapes
society and life. |
| MUSIC |
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In third grade students will
have an opportunity to participate in music activities
and to develop an appreciation for music. |
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Students will: |
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Sing in groups |
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Read basic musical notes |
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Distinguish various types of musical
instruments and elements |
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TECHNOLOGY |
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Students will: |
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Use software for drill and practice |
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Recognize basic computer components |
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Identify uses of computers |
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Produce simple personal products |
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