3rd Grade Curriculum

Core Classes: Mondays & Wednesdays

This is not a shopping list for the curriculum. Families can expect to receive a purchase and printing list in June for the curriculum and supplies needed.

Math

Curricula: Math Mammoth Grade 3

Spark a passion for problem-solving with our 3rd & 4th Grade Math class, powered by the Math Mammoth curricula tailored to each student’s level! For 3rd Graders, the Grade 3 Complete Curriculum builds mastery in addition and subtraction with larger numbers, introduces multiplication and division, and explores place value up to thousands. Students dive into fractions, measurement, and geometry with hands-on activities that make math click. For 4th Graders, the Grade 4 Complete Curriculum deepens skills with multi-digit multiplication, long division, and decimals, while tackling angles, area, and data interpretation. Both levels use clear explanations, visual aids, and real-world word problems to foster critical thinking and confidence. Perfect for homeschooling families, this class offers personalized instruction in a supportive group setting, ensuring every student thrives while keeping math engaging and fun!

Science

Curriculum: Elemental Science – Physics for the Grammar Stage

Ignite curiosity with our 3rd Grade Science class, where young scientists dive into the wonders of physics using Physics for the Grammar Stage from Elemental Science! This hands-on curriculum brings the physical world to life as students explore motion, energy, sound, light, and magnetism through engaging experiments and activities. From building simple machines to investigating how light bends, each lesson blends scientific inquiry with storytelling to make concepts accessible and exciting. Students record their discoveries in science notebooks, fostering observation and critical thinking skills.

Social Studies / History

Curriculum: Story of the World – Volume 1: Ancient Times

This is the first book in the Story of the World narrative history series used for elementary students at SLT. This award-winning series adapts well to SLT's unique hybrid structure and begins with a focus on on Egypt, Hammurabi and the Babylonians, the Greeks, China, Rome. Includes mapwork, vocabulary and review questions.

ELA

Curricula: Easy Grammar Grade 3
Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW): Adventures in Writing
Literature selections: Findle, Mr. Popper's Penguines, Lemonade Wars

In 3rd Grade English Language Arts, students will continue building strong foundations in grammar, writing, reading comprehension, and literary discussion. This class is designed to support students in a hybrid homeschool setting by combining clear classroom instruction with meaningful at-home practice. Students will use Easy Grammar Grade 3 to strengthen their understanding of sentence structure, capitalization, punctuation, parts of speech, and other essential grammar skills. Writing instruction will be supported through Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW): Adventures in Writing, helping students learn how to organize their thoughts, improve sentence quality, and write with greater clarity and confidence. Throughout the year, students will also read and discuss engaging literature selections such as Frindle, Mr. Popper’s Penguins, and Lemonade Wars. These books will give students opportunities to grow in vocabulary, comprehension, narration, character analysis, and thoughtful discussion. By the end of the course, students will have practiced important ELA skills in a balanced way, developing stronger grammar habits, more confident writing skills, and a deeper enjoyment of quality literature.

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