What does every third grader need to know?

Here is a break-down of some of the basics.

MATH:

Computation and Place Value - add and subtract 2 and 3 digit numbers with regrouping, find the answers to simple multiplication problems using repeated addition or counting by multiples, understand place value up to 4 digits

Time and Measurement - tell time accurately using an analog (non-digital) clock, estimate and measure objects using various units of measurement (metric and standard)

Graphing - collect, organize display and interpret numerical data in diagrams, graphs, charts and tables

Fractions - find fractions (1/3, 1/4) of a group of objects

Problem Solving - solve time problems (problems involving minutes or hours), know when to add, subtract, multiply to solve a problem, use a variety of different strategies (using calculators, drawing, sketches, other manipulatives) to solve problems, demonstrate an understanding of mathematical problems using words, pictures or symbols

Reading & Writing:

Reading - read, understand, interpret, and evaluate age-appropriate fiction and non-fiction, demonstrate an understanding by answering questions aloud and in written form, recognize the topic of a story and the details that support the story's theme, relate new information to things he or she already knows, accurately read grade-appropriate material aloud

Writing - organize thoughts and information for writing and revising written work, stay on topic and include appropriate facts and details, write for a variety of purposes and audiences, correctly use spelling, grammar, capitalization and punctuation

Speaking and Listening - listen and speak effectively in formal and informal settings

Vocabulary, Phonics and Study Skills - continue to develop vocabulary and fluency in reading, use phonics (sounding out) and context clues (understanding other words in a sentence) to determine the meaning of unfamiliar words, correctly use reference materials (dictionary, encyclopedia, thesaurus)

Science:

General Skills - observe and report characteristics of things and events, classify objects according to similar or different traits, create a record by drawing or writing results of observations, draw conclusions based on observations, predict outcomes or results based on observations, develop an understanding of the needs of living things

Social Studies:

Geography - demonstrate an understanding of local nature and landscape, define what a city is and why a city is located where it is

History - demonstrate an understanding of ideas and symbols, and the basic history of the area we live in, demonstrate an understanding of communities, government and traditions