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Curriculum Guide - 3rd Grade
3rd Grade - Marking Period 1
Beginning of the Year Routines
Make sure your child has their homework and supplies daily. Their iPad should be fully-charged nightly. All of our apps for curriculum can be found on the iPad in ClassLink
Literacy
Skills
- Analyze story structure
- Drawing conclusions
- Understanding character traits
- Compare and Contrast
- Visualization
- Sequence of Events
- Text and Graphic features
- Cause and effect
- Main Idea and details
Expected Reading Behaviors
- Expected Reading Level: M(Sep/Oct) / N (Nov/Dec)
- Students should be able to support all thinking evidence from the text.
Resources
- IntoReading
- iXL
- Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop
- Independent Leveled Readers
Math
Skills
- Review multi-digit addition/subtraction methods
- Multiplication and Division facts from 0-10
Resources
- iXL
- Think Central
- Personal Math Trainer
- Google Classroom
Science
Skills
- Forces and their interactions
- Magnetism
- Analyze and Interpret fossil data
- Habitats
Resources
- Science21
- Mystery Science
- BrainPop
- PebbleGo
- iXL
Computer Science & Digital Fluency
Skills
- Students will develop and strengthen their skills and knowledge of Digital Fluency and Google applications (Forms, Docs, Slides, etc.) through various assignments/projects.
Resources
- Google Classroom
- Google Slides
- Google Forms
- ClassLink
- NWEA
Social Studies
Skills
- Demonstrate knowledge of Map Skills
- Gain a greater understanding of Holidays around the world
- Research the contributions of Indigenous people
- Identify important figures in Hispanic History
- United States Government Unit Study
Resources
- PebbleGo.com
- PNWBOCES.org
- BrainPop
Social Emotional Learning
Skills
- Listening and following directions/classroom routines
- Recognize, understand, and label emotions of one’s self and others
- Begin to recognize why you feel a certain way and what triggers emotions
- Practice respectful listening in circles and pair-shares.
Resources
- The RULER anchor tools (Class Charter, Mood Meter, Meta-Moment, Blueprint)
Enrichment
Skills
- Use of iPad apps to guide learning in letter and number learning with increased independence.
- Use of RazKids to promote early reading skills.
Resources
Family Engagement
- Meet the Teacher Night 9/10/25
- Marking Period 1 Progress Reports 10/24/25
- American Education Week- Week of 11/17/25
- Marking Period 1 Report Cards 12/5/25
- Check the calendar for PTA & School Events
Enrichment
- Project-based learning
- Individualized digital pathways(iXL)
- Push-In Enrichment for All, Cardboard Box Challenge
Developmental Milestones (As per the CDC)
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
3rd Grade - Marking Period 2
Literacy
Skills
- Understand character traits
- Analyze story structure
- Distinguish between cause and effect
- Determine meaning of unknown words using context clues
- Analyze illustrations
- Explain story’s message
Expected Reading Behaviors
- Expected Reading Level: N (Nov/Dec) / O (Feb/March)
- Students should be able to support all thinking with evidence from the text
Resources
- IntoReading
- Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop
- Independent Leveled Readers
- iXL
Math
Skills
- Apply multi-digit addition/subtraction methods
- Multi-digit multiplication
- Use strategies to solve multi-step word problems
- Understand place value through hundred thousands
- Round numbers to the nearest hundred and thousands
- Develop an understanding of unit fractions
- Find elapsed time in hours and minutes
- Represent data and solve problems on a pictograph and bar graph
Resources
- iXL
- Think Central
- Personal Math Trainer
Science
Skills
- Forces and their interactions
- Analyze and interpret data Inheritance Life Cycles
- Butterfly Observations
Resources
- Science21
- Mystery Science
- BrainPop
- iXL
Computer Science & Digital Fluency
Skills
- Students will develop and strengthen their skills and knowledge of Digital Fluency and Google applications (Forms, Docs, Slides, etc.) through various assignments/projects.
Resources
- Google Classroom
- Google Slides
- Google Forms
- ClassLink
- NWEA
Social Studies
Skills
- Demonstrate knowledge of Map Skills
- Gain a greater understanding of Holidays around the world
- Research the contributions of African American leaders and inventors
- Identify important figures in Womens History
- Various continent unit studies
Resources
- PebbleGo.com
- PNWBOCES.org
- BrainPop
Social Emotional Learning
Skills
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Self-Awareness
- Identify mixed feelings or feeling two things at once.
- Understand how emotions affect learning and attention.
- Begin self-reflection after challenges.
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Self-Management
- Use self-calming strategies before reacting in conflicts.
- Manage time and materials more independently.
- Set personal and academic goals and track simple progress.
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Social Awareness
- Understand multiple perspectives in real-life scenarios.
- Recognize how their actions may affect others.
- Show compassion by acknowledging peers’ experiences.
Resources
- EdClub
- The RULER anchor tools (Class charter, Mood Meter, Meta-moment, Blueprint)
Family Engagement
- Parent Teacher Conferences 12/10/25
- Marking Period 2 Progress Report 1/30/26
- Marking Period 2 Report Cards 3/19/26
- Check the calendar for PTA & School Events
Enrichment
- Long Island Children’s Museum Workshop
- Project-based learning
- Individualized digital pathways(iXL)
Developmental Milestones (As per the CDC)
- Catches a ball
- Holds a crayon or pencil between two fingers
- Likes to be a “helper”
- Asks to play with other children
- Can retell a well-known story
- Can answer simple questions
3rd Grade - Marking Period 3
Literacy
Skills
- Text & Graphic Features
- Story Structure
- Main Idea and Details
- Compare and Contrast
- Sequence of Events
- Author’s Purpose
- Cause and Effect
- Fact and Opinion
- Understanding Characters
- Drawing Conclusions
Expected Reading Behaviors
- Expected Reading Level: O/P
- Fluent with understanding and application of skills learned.
Resources
- IntoReading
- Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop
- Independent Leveled Readers
- iXL
Math
Skills
- Measurement & Fractions
- Writing Equations to Solve Problems
- Measurement & Polygons
- 2nd Grade Skill Review
- Adding & Subtracting within 1000 (with & without grouping)
- Place Values
- 4th Grade Prep
- Multi Digit Multiplication
- Long Division
- Multi Step/Operation Word Problems
Resources
- iXL
- Think Central
- Personal Math Trainer
- Google Classroom
Science
Skills
- Weather the Water Cycle
- Inheritance Life Cycles
- Butterfly Observations
Resources
- Science21
- Mystery Science
- BrainPop
- iXL
Computer Science & Digital Fluency
Skills
- Students will develop and strengthen their skills and knowledge of Digital Fluency and Google applications (Forms, Docs, Slides, etc.) through various assignments/projects.
Resources
- Google Classroom
- Google Slides
- Google Forms
- ClassLink
- NWEA
Social Studies
Skills
- Study of Brazil
- Study of Kenya
- Women in History Project
- Multicultural Night Project
Resources
- PebbleGo.com
- PNWBOCES.org
- BrainPop
Social Emotional Learning
Skills
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Relationship Skills
- Collaborate with peers in groups.
- Give and receive feedback respectfully.
- Resolve small peer conflicts with minimal adult support.
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Responsible Decision-Making
- Identify problems and brainstorm solutions.
- Evaluate whether choices match personal and community values.
- Make safer, more responsible decisions including technology use.
Resources
- EdClub
- The RULER anchor tools (Class charter, Mood Meter, Meta-moment, Blueprint)
Family Engagement
- Parent Teacher Conferences, 3/25/26 & 3/31/26
- Marking Period 3 Progress Report 5/15/26
- District Art Show 5/19/26
- Marking Period 3 Report Cards, 6/26/26
- Check the calendar for PTA & School Events
Enrichment
- Field trip
- Project Based Learning
- Individualized digital pathways(iXL)
Developmental Milestones (As per the CDC)
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Standards Based Report Cards
** Students are assessed based upon their performance in a given marking period. **
Level 1 or “Below Standards”
means your child seldom meets requirements for grade-appropriate work, demonstrates minimal understanding of learned concepts and skills, and assistance is necessary to produce work.
Level 2 or “Working towards Standards”
means your child meets some requirements for grade appropriate work, is beginning to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of learned concepts and skills, and produces quality work inconsistently.
Level 3 or “Meeting Standards”
means your child meets requirements for grade-appropriate work, demonstrates knowledge and understanding of learned concepts and skills, and produces quality work.
Level 4 or “Exceeding Standards”
is achievable but may be harder to come by. Your child can achieve this level by consistently demonstrating their ability to: Meets requirements and exceed expectations for gradeappropriate work, which is demonstrated through their ability to apply and discuss these concepts.