Current Writing Unit- Third graders are researching non-fiction topics and creating reports to share with the class. While the majority are researching Native American tribes, many students have elected to research other topics like science, sports, and famous people.
Current Reading Unit- Third graders are learning how to gather and understand detailed information from non-fiction text and text features. Furthermore, students are learning how to summarize non-fiction texts and think critically about the topics they study.
Current Science Units- Third graders are finishing work in a Chemicals Study unit, where a variety of powder and liquid chemicals are used to create predictable reactions. Third graders are also completing a "Soggy Paper" experiment to determine which brand of paper product aborbs the most water. Upcoming, students will be studying a measurement unit.
Current Math Unit- Third graders are learning decimals all the way to the thousandth's place. Upcoming, third graders will be studying lines, line segments, and other geometrical concepts.
Upcoming Events- Soon we will be posting information about a trip to the Met. Museum of Natural History.