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About the Teacher
Court Curriculum from
SRA/McGraw-Hill is a research-based curriculum
grounded in systematic, explicit instruction of phonemic
awareness, phonics, word knowledge, comprehension,
inquiry, and writing.
As children read classic and
contemporary literature, they discover the importance of
clarity of thought and word. They enjoy an abundant
reading experience that moves them toward independent,
self-directed learning.
Third Grade
Through various genres, children progressively deepen
their understanding of the thematic learning units
presented in each grade level.
Ms. Stradiotto
Third Grade Teacher
Salem Lutheran School
Mrs. Stradiotto is a native of Southern
California. She attended California State
University Northridge and earned a degree
in Child Development.
Inspired by her own education in private
school, her faith, love of learning and
continuing efforts to be an advocate for
children, she became a teacher. She has
taught third grade at Salem for 10 years.
Teaching is Mrs. Stradiotto's passion. It is
her desire to cultivate in children a love of
learning and knowledge of Christ that will
last a lifetime.
Part One – Preparing to Read
Sounds and letters; phonemic awareness; phonics and
fluency; and word knowledge
Part Two – Reading and Responding
Comprehension skills and strategies; and inquiry
Part Three – Language Arts
Spelling; vocabulary; writing process strategies; writer's
craft; English language conventions; grammar, usage and
mechanics; listening, speaking and viewing; penmanship;
and basic computer skills.
Curriculum
& Information
Saxon Math is unique because the entire program
is based on introducing a topic to a student and then
allowing them to build upon that concept as they learn
new ones. Topics are never dropped but are instead
increased in complexity and practiced every day,
providing the time required for concepts to become totally
familiar.
This incremental approach to math differs from most
traditional programs, which are "chapter-based." In these
traditional texts, students are expected to learn an entire
mathematical concept in one day. The homework consists
of twenty or thirty problems, all of which deal with that
concept. The topic is then only reviewed prior to a test, if
at all. Saxon textbooks, however, divide concepts into
smaller, more easily grasped pieces called increments. A
new increment is presented each day and students work
only a few problems involving the new material. Thus,
every assignment (and every test) is a cumulative review
of all material covered up to that point.
Salem Lutheran School 2013-2014
Salem Lutheran School
1211 North Brand Boulevard
Glendale, California 91202
818-243-8264
www.salemlutheranglendaleschool.org
Ghada Huleis
Principal
Third Grade
is a year of
increased responsibility and learning to make
intelligent choices. Students learn this by
understanding that our God is a God of choices
as they study in-depth the Old Testament’s
stories and focus on the choices that Jesus
offers. Third grade focuses on vocabulary
development,
determining
main
ideas,
understanding cause and effect, and managing
their time.
Children will write reports
incorporating good grammar, punctuation, and
subject / verb agreement to make intelligent
sentences.
Subjects covered in third grade include, but are not
limited to:
Science - Scott Foresman
Students will investigate Life Sciences such as
how plants live and grow, how animals grow
and change, and how living things change and
adapt to their environment. They will learn
more about the human body and the body’s
systems. Children will participate in activities
of Physical Science by observing matter and
how it changes depending upon energy and
forces. They’ll also learn about the Earth’s
surface, natural resources, the sun, planets and
the moon. Hands on activities and experiments
are conducted weekly.
Computers
Third graders expand on
computer usage in Salem’s computer lab once a
week. Through word processing they will learn
how to Spell Check, Tab, Set Margins, and
Center text. They will complete their first
research project using the Internet by retrieving
information and images. Students will learn to
use the URL entry line to go to specific sites,
and learn to work with two applications at a
time.
Math – Saxon Common Core Standards
Using Saxon based material, third graders will
expand their knowledge of addition,
subtraction, multiplication, and be introduced to
division. They’ll tackle math problems with
multi digits and deal with positive and negative
numbers, as well as fractions and
measurements. Students will identify angles
and lines of symmetry, graph ordered pairs, and
create their own story problems.
Art
Once a week, students will develop
artistic awareness and hands-on skills by using
a variety of tools and mediums. Students in
grades first through sixth will study well-known
artists and works of art, as well as create age
appropriate art projects.
Children are exposed to Spanish
twice a week through songs, flash cards and
stories. They expand their vocabulary and read.
Language Arts – Open Court
P.E. class in the gym three times a week.
Fitness, health, and sportsmanship are taught
through games, sports and exercise.
Social Studies – McGraw Hill
Timelinks
Students will fine-tune their map and globe
skills, and be introduced to the study of more
intricate geography. They will learn about
different cultures and communities and observe
how people impact their environment. Students
will engage in a variety of groups activities and
projects that will enhance the understanding of
how a community can work together to
accomplish goals.
Presidents’ Day will be
observed and each student will create a special
report and presentation about a United States
President.
Students also learn about our
national and local governments.
Music
Children in grades first through sixth
will develop skills in singing, playing
instruments and movement.
Religion – Standard Bible Curriculum
Classroom religious studies focus on the
choices Jesus offers.
Memory verses
accompany the lessons. All students attend
chapel services each Wednesday at 8:45 a.m.
Parents are always welcome to attend chapel.
Spanish
Physical Education Third graders attend
conclusions. Students will read and write more
complex stories with plot and character
development. Spelling, cursive handwriting,
and good grammar usage are a main focus, as
well as the parts of speech and the rules for
punctuation.
Reading is taught using the Open Court
Curriculum, Houghton Mifflin & Loyola Press.
Third graders will refine their comprehension
skills of sequencing, making comparisons,
determining the main idea and drawing