3rd Grade Full Curriculum: Reading, and Writing (2X/Week)

This class will cover a full year of third-grade reading, and writing, curriculum based on common core standards. Learners are welcome to join the class at any time. Although some class content will build from the previous week, it will not prevent the new learner from understanding the concept we are covering during the current week. For example, some weeks, learners may choose to continue a writing piece they started in a previous class, or we may continue reading a book we started in a class prior. In both these circumstances, new learners will be given all the information they need to be successful in class. 

 I am an experienced teacher with nine years of teaching experience. Over the past six years, I have taught 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade at my local public school, teaching all subject areas(reading, writing, math, phonics, science, and social studies). I am excited to learn with your learner this school year!

I believe in meeting learners at their current academic level and providing an encouraging learning environment to facilitate meaningful learning. Learners should come to class with paper and pencil or whiteboard. I encourage discussions and lots of interaction but also understand some learners prefer to refrain from participating and enjoy listening to class discussions. 

 

**This is an ongoing class, so join anytime, as new concepts will not depend on previous classes. Although some weeks' content will build from the previous week, it will not prevent the new learner from understanding the concept we are coving during the current week.**

⭐⭐⭐I cannot share class recordings as per agreements with publishers, who have granted permission to use specific materials under the condition that videos are not posted. Your understanding and cooperation in respecting these agreements are greatly appreciated.
Additionally, please note that refunds will not be issued for missed classes. Thank you for your understanding and commitment to our shared learning experience. ⭐⭐⭐

⭐⭐⭐From June 2nd through August 18th, 2024, the 10am EST class will practice math, reading, and writing strategies to prepare for fourth grade. This will prepare learners for more complex 4th grade concepts. I will include introductions to 4th grade topics. ⭐⭐⭐



⭐⭐⭐Through mini-lessons, Reading topics will include comprehension, accuracy, and fluency strategies. All lessons will be taught through reading a book together. The teacher will provide the book needed at least 2 weeks ahead of time. ⭐⭐⭐ 


Reading:
 Thinking about the story.
 Asking, “Does it look like a word I know?”
 Asking, “Does it sound like a word I know?”
 Trying out the different sounds.
 Searching for clues to figure out what
words mean.
 Using context clues to figure meaning
Working out figurative language phrases... 
Previewing and predicting
Retelling
Learning about characters
Lessons learned from the book
Scooping words and phrases
Comprehension check
Stop and Jot
Strategies to figure out tricky words
How to use more than one reading strategy at a time

Writing topics taught:
Narrative writing
Informational writing
Persuasive writing
Fictional writing




                                       
Week 1: Sept. 1st  
              Reading: Comprehension check
              Writing: Find ideas that matter to you 
             

Week 2: Sept. 8
              Reading: Predicting what will happen next
              Writing: Grabbing your readers attention (hook) and finding your storytellers voice by showing not telling
              

Week 3: Sept. 15
              Reading: Learning about characters and Retelling
              Writing: Continue Narrative Writing
            

Week 4: Sept. 22
              Reading: Word solving strategies
              Writing:  When to start a new paragraph and Conclusion
      

Week 5: Oct. 1
              Reading: Using context clues
              Writing: Editing and shared writing day
               

Week 6: Oct. 8
             Reading: Figuring out confusing expressions
              Writing: How to free write
        

Week 7: Oct. 15
              Reading: Asking questions while reading
              Writing: Share Free Write
            

Week 8: Oct. 22
              Reading: Book Study 
              Writing: Planning topics to teach about and preparing chapters
             

Week 9: Oct. 29
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: Adding more detail and elaborating
             
Week 10: Nov. 3
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: Adding facts and ideas
            

Week 11: Nov. 10
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing:  Adding text features and conclusion 
           

Week 12: Nov. 17
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: share writing
            

Week 13: Nov. 24
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: free write 

Week 14: Dec. 1
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: Free write 
              

Week 15: Dec. 8
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: show and tell writing
              

Week 16: Dec. 15
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing:  Creative Writing
             

Week 17: Dec. 29
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: Creative Writing
              

Week 18: Jan. 5
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: Opinion Writing


Week 19: Jan. 12
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing:Opinion Writing
              

Week 20: Jan. 19 Book Study
             Reading:  Book Stud
              Writing: Opinion Writing
              

Week 21: Jan. 26
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: Shared Writing Week
              

Week 22: Feb. 2
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: Free Write
               

Week 23: Feb. 9
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: Share Free Write
              

Week 24: Feb. 16
              Reading: Book Study
              Writing: Class research project
             

Week 25: Feb. 23
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: Class research project
           

Week 26: March 2
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: Class research project
   

Week 27: March 9
              Reading:   Book Study
              Writing: Free Write/ Show and Tell Write
              

Week 28: March 23
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: Class research project
              

Week 29: March 30
              Reading:  Book Study 
              Writing: Share class Research Project
              
Week 30: APRIL 6
              Reading:  Book Study
              Writing: Creative Writing
              

Week 31 April 13
              Reading: Main Idea
              Writing: Poetry
          

Week 32: April: 20
              Reading: Book Talk 
              Writing: Poetry


Week 33: April 27
              Reading: Book Talk
              Writing: Book Recommendation 
        

Week 34:May 5
              Reading: Summary
              Writing: Book Recommendation 
         


Week 35 May 12
              Reading: Novel Study
              Writing: Response to reading
          

Week 36: May 19
              Reading:Novel Study
              Writing: Response to reading
           

Week 37: May 26
              Reading: Novel Study
              Writing:Free write/creative writing
        

Week 38: June 1 
              Reading:  3rd grade review
              Writing: Free write/creative writing