3rd Grade Curriculum

Language & Literacy

• Reading: Reading to learn: main ideas, context clues, and compare/contrast.
• Writing: Multi-paragraph planning, drafting, revising, and cursive introduction.

Math & Science

• Numeracy: Multiplication/division within 100 and fractions on a number line.
• Logic: Area, perimeter, and one/two-step word problems.
• Inquiry: Adaptations, weather patterns, and force/motion basics.

Social Studies & Development

• Civics: Local/state history, government roles, and community service.
• Skills: Perseverance, peer feedback, and classroom roles.
• Physical: Cooperative game strategy and balance/coordination.

Faith & Discipleship

• Core: The Spirit creates faith through Word and Sacraments.
• Catechism: Conscience-level Commandments application and Scriptural Lord’s Prayer meanings.
• Worship: Understanding Creed/prayers, memorizing hymns, and identifying Law/Gospel.