Mandatory requirements from the State of Florida:
Student will score above a Level 1 on the FSA Reading Comprehension test
Third Grade Curriculum at Glance
Reading
The student:
-predicts content and purpose of reading using table of contents, headings, indexes, captions, illustrations and key words
-uses context clues and a variety of word structures to construct meaning and increase vocabulary including prefixes, suffixes, root words, homonyms, antonyms and synonyms
-develops vocabulary by reading independently and using reference books
-monitors reading on or above grade level by rereading, self-correcting, summarizing, reading on, trying alternative pronunciations and questioning
-identifies main idea, relevant supporting details and facts, identifies author’s purpose as to inform, entertain and/or persuade, knows the difference between fact and opinion, understands the use of comparison and contrast within a selection
Writing
The student…
-demonstrates knowledge and use of graphic organizers to organize information, is able to write an essay that remains focused on topic/prompt and include all writing conventions
-opens an essay with at least 2 sentences and closes an essay with at least two sentences with 3 details or elaboration per thought in the body of the essay
Mathematics
Number Sense
The student…
-knows addition and subtraction facts, reads and writes whole numbers through hundred thousands or more, reads and writes proper fractions and decimal notation in context of money
-compares and orders whole numbers and commonly used fractions
-knows the value of a given digit to hundred thousands, explains the inverse relationship of multiplication and division
-estimates quantities using various strategies
-uses models and charts to determine factors of whole numbers, understands concepts of multiplication and division
Measurement
The student:
-uses concrete objects to measure length, weight, capacity, area, perimeter, volume, time and temperature
-knows right angles, uses schedules, calendars and elapsed time to solve problems
-uses objects, graph paper or charts to solve problems involving estimated measurement
-estimates area, perimeter and volume of rectangular shapes, selects the appropriate unit and tool of measurement for a solution
Geometry and Spatial Sense
The student…
-knows symmetry, congruency and reflections in geometric shapes
-explores flips, slides, and turns
-knows how to identify, locate and plot ordered pairs of whole numbers
Algebraic Thinking
The student…
-describes, extends, creates and predicts visual, numeric and geometric patterns
-analyzes, explains and states the rule for number patterns
Data Analysis and Probability
The student…
-interprets and compares information from pictographs and bar graphs
-identifies the mean, median, mode and range in a set
-determines the number of possible combinations of items
-calculates the probability of an event and represents all possible outcomes
Ideas for helping your child at home
General
- Students should know their address and their parents first and last names
- Third graders should be able to tie their own shoes
Language Arts
-Provide experiences for writing such as daily journals, letters and notes
-Read with your child on a daily basis from any sources (ex., books, magazines, poetry, plays and newspapers). Orally ask questions and have your child summarize what was read.
-Encourage your child to identify the author’s reason for writing a book, story or poem
Mathematics
-Have your child time activities you do together such as cooking, playing games or reading and calculate elapsed time for each activity.
-Practice basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division facts with your child on a daily basis by using flash cards and practice problems. Have your child answer problems by using mental math.
-When shopping with your child, give him/her an amount of money to spend and an opportunity to make decisions about what can be purchased.