Miss Good, Mrs.Krasnodembski, and Mrs. Smith 2017-2018 3rd Grade Opening Day Miss Good, Mrs.Krasnodembski, and Mrs. Smith 2017-2018

Word Study Words Their Way- Spelling program focused on mastering spelling patterns through sorts and writing practice Cursive Handwriting

Writing 5 Steps of the Writing Process Complete Sentences with Proper Capitalization and Punctuation Developing a well structured paragraph(s) Writing Application opinion, informative/explanatory, narrative, friendly letters, journaling, responding to literature, writing across the curriculum, and research papers.

Reading CAFE: Reading strategies taught to help with comprehension, word accuracy, fluency, and expanding vocabulary Focus on Fiction and Non-Fiction Text; structure, purpose, evidence, and personal responses to text Exploring literary genres

Math Stepping Stones Number Talks –mental math Math Groups Pre-Test Monitor progress with check-ins Post-Tests Skills to Work on at Home Telling time to the nearest minute Basic +, -, X, ÷ math facts Strategies to Solve a Word Problem Counting coins

Science & Social Studies Investigations & Engineering Process Earth Science: Rocks & Minerals Life Science: Life Cycles Physical Science: States of Matter & Energy Social Studies Communities and Culture Geography- Maps & Globes Economics Local Government

Close reading passage (due Friday) 40 Book Challenge Homework Reading Sent home on Monday: Close reading passage (due Friday) 40 Book Challenge https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnXK81q6MWE 3 Book Projects Math Incomplete Math Journal brought home to finish ****Please send back the NEXT DAY completed Extra Any additional assignments or important reminders will be recorded in home folder

Extra practice with online programs: Students will have access to certain online programs designed at home. These programs include: www.stmath.com www.raz-kids.com www.spellingcity.com

Refer to packet for language arts and math grade level benchmarks. Grades 4 Student consistently exceeds & extends EOY grade level expectations independently demonstrate in-depth knowledge, self-motivation, & a higher order thinking skills. 3 Student consistently meets EOY grade level expectations with independence. 2 Student is working at or near basic understanding of EOY grade level expectations. 1 Student is working below EOY grade level expectations while requiring ongoing interventions/support Benchmarks Refer to packet for language arts and math grade level benchmarks. Report Cards Report cards are accessed on INFINITE CAMPUS at the end of each trimester. Make sure your contact and medical information is updated on Infinite Campus.

State: MAP: Fall Spring Fall, Winter, & Spring Reading: Oct. 23-27th Testing State: Fall Reading: Oct. 23-27th Spring Reading & Math: April 9th-27th MAP: Fall, Winter, & Spring

Volunteers Work with students, class parties, and field trips (2 in the spring) Volunteer Badge- get from the Worthington Education Center