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rd This is a key to help you understand the grade level expectations for this quarter. This document provides details on what a 3 grade student must be able to do to receive an M (M means Meets Standards). rd 3 Grade-Quarter 1 SOCIAL SKILLS Shows cooperation Shows assertion in appropriate ways Takes responsibility for actions and work Shows empathy Demonstrates self-control LANGUAGE ARTS Reading Is able to use text features and search tools to efficiently locate and understand key concepts and information. -identifies parts of literature (e.g., scenes, stanzas, chapters, etc.) to explain understanding Is able to determine the main idea of a text that is read independently and/or read aloud to student. -Genres of fiction Is able to self-select a range of texts for personal enjoyment, interest, and academic tasks. -selects from classroom library Is able to recognize sight words; use knowledge of words to read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. -uses grade-level skills to decode words Writing/Language Is able to write with a clear main idea and supporting details across a variety of fiction and non-fiction genres. -identifies and describes elements of fiction; Personal Narrative Is able to use technology to present writing. -creates a word document Speaking, Viewing, Listening, and Media Literacy Is able to share own ideas and listens to other perspectives to deepen an understanding of texts. -engages in class discussions Is able to use oral and audio formats to collect information. -Listens to teacher’s directions and read-alouds Is able to use speaking and listening skills to participate in academic discussions. -asks and answers questions about fiction texts MATH Is able to accurately solve two-step real world problems, using understanding of place value and operation. -addition and subtraction of whole numbers and dollars and cents Is able to collect, represent, and interpret groups of data. -generates sets of measurement data and applies to a chart or graph Is able to understand meanings and uses of fractions. -linear measurement to the nearest ¼ and ½ inch; identifies fractional parts of a ruler Is able to fluently add and subtract with 1000. -uses subtraction and addition algorithms for 2 and 3 digit numbers Is able to identify shapes according to multiple categories and attributes. -identifies polygons, makes rectangles with given perimeters, constructs triangles with given lengths, relates diameter and circumference SCIENCE 3RD GRADE 1st Quarter Valley View Physics of Sound (Physical Science, Nature of Science and Engineering) Highland Measurement (Nature of Science and Engineering) North Park Earth Materials (Earth and Space Science; Nature of Science and Engineering) Nature of Science and Engineering: Demonstrates an ability to ask questions, make observations, use scientific tools to improve and keep a record of observations. Physical Science: Demonstrates an understanding between pitch and vibration with sound, describes how light travels, describes how shadows form and change. Earth and Space Science: Demonstrates an ability to differentiate between rocks and minerals and to classify earth materials based on physical properties. Life Science: Demonstrates an understanding that microorganisms can get inside one’s body and may keep it from working properly. Identifies the body’s defense systems against germs including tears, saliva, skin and blood. Can give examples of diseases that can be prevented by vaccinations. ART, MUSIC, and PE: Please refer to separate documents. rd This is a key to help you understand the grade level expectations for this quarter. This document provides details on what a 3 grade student must be able to do to receive an M (M means Meets Standards). rd 3 Grade—Quarter 2 SOCIAL SKILLS Shows cooperation Shows assertion in appropriate ways Takes responsibility for actions and work Shows empathy Demonstrates self-control LANGUAGE ARTS Reading Is able to use text features and search tools to efficiently locate and understand key concepts and information. -uses illustrations and other visual aids for understanding Is able to determine the main idea of a text that is read independently and/or read aloud to student. -genres of fiction Is able to self-select a range of texts for personal enjoyment, interest, and academic tasks. -selects from school shared reading collection Is able to recognize sight words; use knowledge of words to read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. -read 70 words per minute Writing/Language Is able to write with a clear main idea and supporting details across a variety of fiction and non-fiction genres. -retells stories in accurate sequence Is able to use technology to present writing. -blog posts or other responses to reading in Readers Workshop Speaking, Viewing, Listening, and Media Literacy Is able to share own ideas and listens to other perspectives to deepen an understanding of texts. -participates in guided reading group conversations Is able to use oral and audio formats to collect information. -uses electronic book sources (e-books, Tumblebooks, etc.) Is able to use speaking and listening skills to participate in academic discussions. -uses academic language to refer to parts of stories MATH Is able to accurately solve two-step real world problems, using understanding of place value and operation. -uses diagrams to solve equal group number stories; identifies digits and expresses their values in numbers; read, writes, compares, and orders large numbers, whole numbers and decimals Is able to use strategies to fluently multiply and divide with 100. -uses repeated addition, arrays, and/or skip counting; uses equal sharing and equal grouping Is able to collect, represent, and interpret groups of data. -interprets sets of data from a variety of graphs and charts Is able to understand meanings and uses of fractions. -uses fractional parts of regions on a map scale Is able to fluently add and subtract with 1000. -computes extended facts Is able to identify shapes according to multiple categories and attributes. -identifies, measures, and constructs lines, angles, triangles, quadrangles, polygons, and polyhedrons SCIENCE 3RD GRADE 2nd Quarter Valley View Light/Germs (Physical Science, Nature of Science, Life Science) Highland Sound (Physical Science; Nature of Science and Engineering) North Park Measurement (Nature of Science and Engineering) Nature of Science and Engineering: Demonstrates an ability to ask questions, make observations, use scientific tools to improve and keep a record of observations. Physical Science: Demonstrates an understanding between pitch and vibration with sound, describes how light travels, describes how shadows form and change. Earth and Space Science: Demonstrates an ability to differentiate between rocks and minerals and to classify earth materials based on physical properties. Life Science: Demonstrates an understanding that microorganisms can get inside one’s body and may keep it from working properly. Identifies the body’s defense systems against germs including tears, saliva, skin and blood. Can give examples of diseases that can be prevented by vaccinations. ART, MUSIC, and PE: Please refer to separate documents. rd This is a key to help you understand the grade level expectations for this quarter. This document provides details on what a 3 grade student must be able to do to receive an M (M means Meets Standards). rd 3 Grade—Quarter 3 SOCIAL SKILLS Shows cooperation Shows assertion in appropriate ways Takes responsibility for actions and work Shows empathy Demonstrates self-control LANGUAGE ARTS Reading Is able to use text features and search tools to efficiently locate and understand key concepts and information. -uses features of non-fiction (table of contents, glossary, index, etc.) to locate information Is able to determine the main idea of a text that is read independently and/or read aloud to student. -non-fiction Is able to self-select a range of texts for personal enjoyment, interest, and academic tasks. -selects form online sources (e-books, National Geographic Explorer website, etc.) Is able to recognize sight words; use knowledge of words to read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. -reads 90 words per minute Writing/Language Is able to write with a clear main idea and supporting details across a variety of fiction and non-fiction genres. -writes opinions to support a point of view Is able to use technology to present writing. -collaboratively create document with another student Speaking, Viewing, Listening, and Media Literacy Is able to share own ideas and listens to other perspectives to deepen an understanding of texts. -actively engages in one-on-one discussions with a range of partners Is able to use oral and audio formats to collect information. -uses active listening skills with others to collect and clarify information Is able to use speaking and listening skills to participate in academic discussions. -uses academic language to refer to features on non-fiction texts MATH Is able to accurately solve two-step real world problems, using understanding of place value and operation. -dividing the whole (fractions) Is able to use strategies to fluently multiply and divide with 100. -uses fact power; solves extended multiplication and division facts Is able to collect, represent, and interpret groups of data. -interprets sets of data from a variety of graphs and charts Is able to understand meanings and uses of fractions. -divides wholes into equal sized parts of different values Is able to fluently add and subtract with 1000. -uses parenthesis in number models Is able to identify shapes according to multiple categories and attributes. -constructs similar polygons from models SCIENCE 3RD GRADE 3rd Quarter Valley View Measurement (Nature of Science and Engineering) Highland Earth Materials (Earth and Space Science; Nature of Science) North Park Light/Germs (Physical Science, Nature of Science and Engineering, Life Science) Nature of Science and Engineering: Demonstrates an ability to ask questions, make observations, use scientific tools to improve and keep a record of observations. Physical Science: Demonstrates an understanding between pitch and vibration with sound, describes how light travels, describes how shadows form and change. Earth and Space Science: Demonstrates an ability to differentiate between rocks and minerals and to classify earth materials based on physical properties. Life Science: Demonstrates an understanding that microorganisms can get inside one’s body and may keep it from working properly. Identifies the body’s defense systems against germs including tears, saliva, skin and blood. Can give examples of diseases that can be prevented by vaccinations. ART, MUSIC, and PE: Please refer to separate documents. rd This is a key to help you understand the grade level expectations for this quarter. This document provides details on what a 3 grade student must be able to do to receive an M (M means Meets Standards). rd 3 Grade—Quarter 4 SOCIAL SKILLS Shows cooperation Shows assertion in appropriate ways Takes responsibility for actions and work Shows empathy Demonstrates self-control LANGUAGE ARTS Reading Is able to use text features and search tools to efficiently locate and understand key concepts and information. -uses website search engines and features (hyperlinks, sidebars, etc.) to locate information Is able to determine the main idea of a text that is read independently and/or read aloud to student. -compares main idea of texts written by one author Is able to self-select a range of texts for personal enjoyment, interest, and academic tasks. -selects periodicals Is able to recognize sight words; use knowledge of words to read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension. -reads 109 words per minute Writing/Language Is able to write with a clear main idea and supporting details across a variety of fiction and non-fiction genres. -creates an informative text on chosen research project topic Is able to use technology to present writing. -Power Point presentation Speaking, Viewing, Listening, and Media Literacy Is able to share own ideas and listens to other perspectives to deepen an understanding of texts. -reads and comments on classmates’ writing or blogs Is able to use oral and audio formats to collect information. -distinguishes their own point of view from that of author MATH Is able to accurately solve two-step real world problems, using understanding of place value and operation. -multiplication and division number stories Is able to use strategies to fluently multiply and divide with 100. -multiplies multiples of 10 by single and double digit numbers using several algorithms Is able to collect, represent, and interpret groups of data. -collects and organizes sets of data with a variety of graphs and charts Is able to understand meanings and uses of fractions. -uses measurement equivalencies and finds fractions of fractions Is able to fluently add and subtract with 1000. -calculates perimeter and area of shapes Is able to identify shapes according to multiple categories and attributes. -draws rectangles and squares with given areas SCIENCE 3RD GRADE 4th Quarter Valley View Earth Materials (Earth and Space Science, Nature of Science and Engineering) Highland Light/Germs (Physical Science; Nature of Science; Life Science) North Park Physics of Sound (Physical Science; Nature of Science and Engineering) Nature of Science and Engineering: Demonstrates an ability to ask questions, make observations, use scientific tools to improve and keep a record of observations. Physical Science: Demonstrates an understanding between pitch and vibration with sound, describes how light travels, describes how shadows form and change. Earth and Space Science: Demonstrates an ability to differentiate between rocks and minerals and to classify earth materials based on physical properties. Life Science: Demonstrates an understanding that microorganisms can get inside one’s body and may keep it from working properly. Identifies the body’s defense systems against germs including tears, saliva, skin and blood. Can give examples of diseases that can be prevented by vaccinations. ART, MUSIC, and PE: Please refer to separate documents.
