Third Grade is a fun-filled year of exciting academic and spiritual discovery!
Bible / Character – Students explore the promises of God and how they apply to their lives.
Math – Multiplication, Multiplication, Multiplication! In Third Grade, students discover fun ways to learn their math facts and apply them to everyday life situations. Stop by and you just might catch them doing a “Math Wrap” or “Around the World.”
Grammar – The Shurley English curriculum solidifies the basic grammar concepts the students need to become great writers and readers. Students learn important grammar topics like: prepositional phrases, the eight parts of speech, helping verbs, and more!
Reading – Reading is so captivating in Third Grade! Intriguing chapter books like Mr. Popper’s Penguins and Charlotte’s Web, make reading enjoyable!
Writing – Students in Third Grade learn how to make their writing fantastic! They learn to use the writing process, self-evaluate their own work, dress it up with vibrant vocabulary, and become more confident in their writing.
Spelling – Students solidify their spelling abilities through weekly tests, daily activities, and the occasional FUN crossword puzzle.
Science – Our science curriculum, God’s Design for Life – The Human Body, is a phenomenal book that teaches the students to appreciate God’s most magnificent creation – man! Through hands-on activities, interesting articles and group discussions, the students soak up knowledge that equips them with a better understanding of who God is.
Social Studies – The most exciting subject in Third Grade – social studies is a blast! Students go on a journey and explore various countries and cultures. Each student reports on a chosen country during our countries and cultures project. Students are given the opportunity to see, taste, feel, and hear as they learn all about other cultures in the world.