Weekly Objectives/TEKS

Language Arts: 

Reading 3.13B: idenfity explicit cause and effect relationhips among ideas in texts. (3.B) Describe the interaction of characters including their relationships and the changes they undergo.

Social Studies:

State and Federal laws mandate a variety of celebrations and observances, including Celebrate Freedom Week. (3.7 AB)

Science:

Measure, test, and record physical properties of matter, including temperature, mass, magnetism, and the ability to sink or float. (3.5A) Describe and classify examples of matter as solids, liquids, and gases and demonstrate that solids have a definite shape and that liquids and gases take the shape of their container. (3.5B)

Math:

Round whole numbers to the nearest ten or hundred to approximate reasonable results in problem situations. (3.5A)

Religion:

Christian Living 3.03 Exhibit understanding that God created us as good, destined for union with God. Sacred Scriptures 3.04 Identify the Bible as a collection of books that reveal God.

 

3rd Grade Homework- Week of September 17th. All items are in “Take home” folder.

1. “Teammates”  Spelling Worksheets: complete for turn-in on Friday.

2. “Teammates” - Comprehension and L.A. Skills

3. Social Studies: Read and complete written activity, Week 5, Studies Weekly, for turn-in Friday.

4. Science: Read and complete written activity, Week 5, Physical Science Studies Weekly, for turn-in Friday.

5. Take AR test, and score at a minimum 80%(weekly)

 

Spelling Words:

1. crust

2. dump

3. much

4. dusk

5. thump

6. buff

7. shut

8. scrub

9. bus

10. buzz

11. but

12. upon

13. just

14. blush

15. pump

16. extraordinary

17. eucharist

18. apathetic

19. experiment

20. intimidate

Upcoming:

Homework due Friday, Sept. 17.

Spelling Test - Friday, Sept. 17.

AR test due Friday, Sept. 17.

Reminders:

 

*Math homework determined by respective Math teacher, daily.          

 

 

 

1st Quarter Syllabus

Virtues in Practice Our school is beginning a new, three year program, Virtues in Practice, by the Dominican Sisters of Saint Cecilia. Through this program children in all grades will have the opportunity to deepen their relationship with Jesus by imitating His life and virtues. The entire school studies the same virtue each month. Students will be recognized for best exhibiting the virtue of that month. Their name and picture will be added to the beautiful school Virtue Tree across from the office.

Sadlier Religion, ​We Believe

Welcome Celebrating Catholic Identity “The Creed” 3.02, 3.03, 3.04, 3.05, 3.06

Unit 1

Chapter 1: God Sends Us His Own Son

Chapter 2: Jesus Teaches Us About God’s Love

Chapter 3: Christ Will Come Again

Chapter 4: The Church Begins

Chapter 5: We Learn About The Early Church

Chapter 6: The Church Year

Unit 2

Chapter 8: The Church Has Four Marks

Chapter 9: The Church Teaches Us

Chapter 10: The Church Prays

Social Studies, ​Studies Weekly

Week 1-Where in the World Are You? (1C, 3A, 3C, 5A, 5B, 5C, 5D, 17F) Students will identify and use the compass rose, grid and symbols to locate places on maps and globes. They will use vocabulary related to chronology, and describe historical times in terms of years, decades and centuries.

Week 2- Changes (4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E, 5A, 5B, 5C, 5D, 14B, 17C, 17F) Students will describe and explain variations in the physical environment. They will draw a map, including a title, compass rose, legend, scale and grid system. Students will describe how people adapt to living in communities with various landforms.

Week 3-  Celebrate Freedom (1A, 1B, 2B, 9A, 9B, 9C, 9D, 10A, 10B, 11A, 11C, 19A, 20B) Students will describe the basic structure of government in the local community and the state. They will identify government officials and explain how they are chosen. Students will explain the purposes of the U.S. Constitution and learn about Pierre-Charles L’Enfant.

Week 4- The Founding of a Nation (1A, 1B, 1C, 3A, 9A, 9B, 9C, 9D, 10A, 11A) Students will learn about the beginnings of our nation, including the Founding Fathers and the Constitutional Convention. They will discuss the character traits of truthfulness, justice and equality. Students will also learn about Benjamin Franklin and his contributions to the community of Philadelphia.

Week 5- Money (2A, 2B, 2C, 6A, 9B, 9C, 9D, 17D) Students will identify reasons people have formed communities, including a need for security, religious freedom and material well-being. Students will identify services commonly provided by local government and explain how these services are financed. They will discuss ways individuals earn, spend and save money and how this contributes to the community.

Week 6- Explorers (1A, 1C, 2A, 3A, 3B, 3C, 4B, 4D, 6A, 14A) Students will describe how individuals like Lewis and Clark have contributed to the expansion of existing communities or to the creation of new communities. They will identify the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone. They will create and interpret timelines.

Week 7- Good Citizens (9B, 11A, 11B, 11C, 12A, 12B, 12C) Students will identify characteristics of a good citizen and learn about some people who exemplify good citizenship. They will identify and explain the importance of obeying laws, voting and being informed about issues. Students will also identify examples of nonprofit organizations and discuss ways they serve the common good.

Week 8-  Let’s Review! (1A, 1C, 2A, 2B, 4A, 4B, 4C,4E, 5A, 5B, 5C, 5D, 6A, 6B, 9A, 9B, 9C, 9D, 10A, 10B, 11A, 11C, 11B, 17C, 17E, 18C, 19A) Students will review content learned in Quarter 1.

Week 9- Communities and Education (2A, 2B, 2C, 9C, 9D, 11B, 17C, 17D) Students will compare ways people in communities meet their needs for education in the past and present. They will understand that schools are provided and financed by government. Students will identify historical figures who have exemplified good citizenship, e.g., Helen Keller and Anne Sullivan.

Science, ​Studies Weekly

Physical Science

Week 1-  A World of Science (2.A, 2.B, 2.C, 2.D, 2.E, 3.D, 3.A, 4.A, 4.B) Students will get an exciting overview of the branches of science and how science has changed our world.   

Week 2- Tools of Science (1.A, 2.A, 2.B, 2.C, 2.D, 2.E, 3.A, 3.D, 4.A, 4.B) Students will also study the concepts of scientific inquiry, scientific method, measurement and scientific problem solving.  

Week 3- Building a Universe! (2.A, 2.B, 2.C, 2.D, 2.E, 3.A, 3.D, 4.A, 4.B, 5.A, 5.B) Students will be introduced to atoms, elements and molecules.

Week 4- Solids, Liquids and Gases (2.A, 2.B, 2.C, 2.D, 2.E, 3.A, 3.D, 4.A, 4.B, 5.A, 5.B, 5.C) Students will study liquids, solids and gases.  

Week 5- Properties of Matter (2.A, 2.B, 2.C, 2.D, 2.E, 3.A, 3.D, 4.A, 4.B, 5.A, 5.B, 5.C, 5.D) Students will explore the properties of various types of matter.

Week 6- Powering the Universe (2.A, 2.B, 2.C, 2.D, 2.E, 3.A, 3.C, 3.D, 4.A, 4.B, 6.A) Students will be given an overview of forms of energy.

Week 7-  Movement (2.A, 2.B, 2.C, 2.D, 2.E, 3.A, 3.D, 4.A, 4.B, 6.B, 6.C) Students will be introduced to principles of motion and force.

Week 8-  Observing Energy (2.A, 2.B, 2.C, 2.D, 2.E, 3.A, 3.D, 4.A, 4.B, 6.A) Students will consider how energy can be transferred and transformed.

Life Science

Week 9-  A World of Life (2.A, 2.B, 2.C, 2.D, 2.E, 3.A, 3.D, 4.A, 4.B, 10.A) Students will study the diversity of life on Earth, scientific classification and how living things survive in a variety of environments.

Language Arts, Open Court Reading, McGraw-Hill, Shurley Grammar

Unit 01: Literary Discovery Begins with Fiction (21 days for the entire unit)

• Using the writing process and the conventions of written language, generate an idea and write a real or imagined story with interesting and believable characters, a detailed setting, and a plot that builds to a climax. Standard(s): 3.17A, 3.17B, 3.17C, 3.17D, 3.17E,3.18A, 3.19A, ELPS.c.5B, ELPS.c.5C, ELPS.c.5D, ELPS.c.5E, ELPS.c.5F, ELPS.c.5G

• Create a book with illustrations and text that sequences and summarizes the plot’s main events. Include descriptions of characters, their relationships, and the changes they undergo in the story. In a paragraph or with a partner, explain how the main events influence future events.Standard(s): 3.8A, 3.8B, 3.20C, 3.Fig19E,ELPS.c.1C, ELPS.c.1E, ELPS.c.2D, ELPS.c.3H,ELPS.c.4F, ELPS.c.4G, ELPS.c.4I, ELPS.c.4J,ELPS.c.5B, ELPS.c.5E, ELPS.c.5G

• Choose a story that has been read independently. Organize and present to a small group a book talk on the selected text. Using appropriate fluency and oral conventions, read the text aloud to the class or small group. Listen and participate as other students present a book talk. Standard(s): 3.1E, 3.3A, 3.11A, 3.30A, 3.Fig19A,3.Fig19B, 3.Fig19C, 3.Fig19D, 3.Fig19E,ELPS.c.1G, ELPS.c.2C, ELPS.c.2D, ELPS.c.2E,ELPS.c.2G, ELPS.c.2H, ELPS.c.3C, ELPS.c.3D,ELPS.c.3E, ELPS.c.3F, ELPS.c.3G, ELPS.c.3H,ELPS.c.3I, ELPS.c.4E, ELPS.c.4G, ELPS.c.4I,ELPS.c.4J, ELPS.c.5G

• Write multiple entries including thoughts, connections, and/or strategies that deepen understanding of fictional texts and media. Provide evidence from the text to support ideas. Standard(s): 3.2A, 3.2B, 3.2C, 3.11A, 3.20C,3.Fig19A, 3.Fig19B, 3.Fig19C, 3.Fig19D,3.Fig19E, ELPS.c.1E, ELPS.c.4D, ELPS.c.4F,ELPS.c.4G, ELPS.c.4I, ELPS.c.4J, ELPS.c.4K,ELPS.c.5F, ELPS.c.5G

• Record multiple entries in a Word Study Notebook to demonstrate knowledge of new words, their meanings, and relationships. Standard(s): 3.4A, 3.4B, 3.4C, 3.4E, ELPS.c.1A,ELPS.c.1C, ELPS.c.1E, ELPS.c.1F, ELPS.c.1H,ELPS.c.5B, ELPS.c.5F, ELPS.c.5G

Reading-Friendship

Lesson 1: Gloria Who Might Be My Best Friend

Lesson 2: Angel Child, Dragon Child

Lesson 3: The Tree House

Lesson 4: Rugby and Rosie

Lesson 5: Teammates

Unit 02: Discovering Other Literary Genres (20 days for the entire unit)

• After reading an excerpt of a biography and an autobiography, determine which excerpt is the biography and which is the autobiography. In a paragraph, explain the difference in point of view.

Standard(s): 3.9A, 3.20C, 3.Fig19C, ELPS.c.1E,ELPS.c.4D, ELPS.c.4E, ELPS.c.4F, ELPS.c.4G,ELPS.c.4I, ELPS.c.4J, ELPS.c.5F, ELPS.c.5G

• After reading an excerpt of a biography and an autobiography, determine which excerpt is the biography and which is the autobiography. In a paragraph, explain the difference in point of view.

Standard(s): 3.9A, 3.20C, 3.Fig19C, ELPS.c.1E,ELPS.c.4D, ELPS.c.4E, ELPS.c.4F, ELPS.c.4G,ELPS.c.4I, ELPS.c.4J, ELPS.c.5F, ELPS.c.5G

• Produce a poetry notebook that contains 3-5 different forms of published and original poems that include different sound patterns, repetitive language, and language conventions. For each poem, explain in writing the characteristics of the poem (e.g., rhyme, verse, repetition, etc.) and how it creates imagery.

Standard(s): 3.6A, 3.10A, 3.18B, 3.20C,ELPS.c.1H, ELPS.c.4A, ELPS.c.4G, ELPS.c.4K,ELPS.c.5F, ELPS.c.5G

• Using the writing process and effective written conventions, write a personal narrative about an experience in your life.

Standard(s): 3.17A, 3.17B, 3.17C, 3.17D, 3.17E,3.19A, ELPS.c.5C, ELPS.c.5D, ELPS.c.5E,ELPS.c.5F, ELPS.c.5G

• Write multiple entries including thoughts, connections, and/or strategies that deepen understanding of fictional texts, poetry, literary nonfiction, drama, and media. Provide evidence from the text to support ideas.

Standard(s): 3.2A, 3.2B, 3.2C, 3.11A, 3.20C,3.Fig19A, 3.Fig19B, 3.Fig19C, 3.Fig19D,3.Fig19E, ELPS.c.1E, ELPS.c.4D, ELPS.c.4F,ELPS.c.4G, ELPS.c.4I, ELPS.c.4J, ELPS.c.4K,ELPS.c.5F, ELPS.c.5G

• Record multiple entries in a Word Study Notebook to demonstrate knowledge of new words, their meanings, and relationships.

Standard(s): 3.4A, 3.4B, 3.4C, 3.4E, ELPS.c.1A,ELPS.c.1C, ELPS.c.1E, ELPS.c.1F, ELPS.c.1H,ELPS.c.4A, ELPS.c.5B, ELPS.c.5F, ELPS.c.5G

 

Lesson 6: The Legend of Damon and Pythias

Reading-City Life

Lesson 1: The Boy Who Didn’t Believe In Spring

Lesson 2: City Critters: Wild Animals Live in Cities, Too

Lesson 3: Make Way for Ducklings

 

Shurley Grammar

Week 1: Five Parts of a Sentence

Week 2: Four Kinds of Sentences

Week 3: Nouns and Verbs, Classifying Sentences

Week 4: Adverbs

Week 5: Writing a Practice Sentence

Week 6: Classifying Sentences

Week 7: Chapter 1 Review and Assessment

Week 8: Adjectives

Week 9: Skill Check, Declarative Sentence, Complete Subject, and Complete Predicate

Math Texas GoMath, Houghton, Mifflin, and Harcourt

Unit 01: Foundations of Number (8 days for the entire unit)

3.2.A  compose and decompose numbers to 100,000 as a sum of so many ten thousands, so many thousands, so many hundreds, so many tens, and so many ones using objects, pictorial models, and numbers, including expanded notation as appropriate;

3.2.B  describe the mathematical relationships found in the base-10 place value system through the hundred thousands place;

3.2.C  represent a number on a number line as being between two consecutive multiples of 10; 100; 1,000; or 10,000 and use words to describe relative size of numbers, in order to round whole numbers; and

3.2.D  compare and order whole numbers up to 100,000 and represent comparisons using the symbols >, <, or =.

Unit 02: Addition and Subtraction (17 days for the entire unit)

3.4. A  solve with fluency one-step and two-step problems involving addition and subtraction within 1,000 using strategies based on place value, properties of operations, and the relationship between addition and subtraction;

3.4.B  round to the nearest 10 or 100 or use compatible numbers to estimate solutions to addition and subtraction problems;

3.5.A  represent one- and two-step problems involving addition and subtraction of whole numbers to 1,000 using pictorial models, number lines and equations;

Unit 03: Building an Understanding of Multiplication (12 days for the entire unit)

3.4.E  represent multiplication facts by using a variety of approaches such as repeated addition, equal-sized groups, arrays, area models, equal jumps on a number line, and skip counting;

3.4.F  recall facts to multiply up to 10 by 10 with automaticity and recall the corresponding division facts;