This year after having my upcoming 3rd grader beg to do computer classes for some of his homeschool lessons, I finally gave in. This was hard for me because I enjoy spending that time with him and teaching him all these amazing thing. After debating this a lot, I finally agreed to let him do three subjects on the computer. I figured it wouldn’t hurt to let him try it and during his computer lessons, I would work with his younger brother.
For the computer learning we went with Switched on Schoolhouse. We are doing Language Arts, Math and Science on this.
SOS 3rd Grade Science
With this curriculum we are going to be looking at plants, animals, body systems, matter, sounds, and more. Plus they also include cutting-edge, interactive learning games to build knowledge as well quizzes and tests.
SOS Language Arts
With this program we will continue with what we have learned. Basic grammar and sentence structure rules as well as reading, spelling and parts of speech.
SOS 3rd Grade Math
We will be covering whole numbers, number patterns, fractions, place values, shapes and story problems.
Here is our 3rd grade curriculum list that I am teaching one on one with him.
Handwriting Without Tears Keyboarding and Cursive Handwriting
Third grade starts with review and mastery of second grade work. It quickly moves into introducing number and function keys, formatting, and writing paragraphs. Students will reinforce their fine motor memory and increase their accuracy.
BIBLE:
Answers Bible Curriculum for Kids
This dynamic curriculum gives children a solid understanding of biblical history and helps them to boldly share and defend the truth of the gospel.
36 weeks’ worth of daily prayer for the indigenous peoples of North, South, and Central America.
The Discoverer’s Bible For Early Readers
Provides the full text (Genesis to Revelation) of the New International Reader’s Version® of the Bible.
Sing the Word: Great in Counsel and Mighty in Deed – CD
History & Geography
And Then What Happened, Paul Revere?
The background and story of Paul Revere’s famous ride, told by a master story-teller.
If You Were There When They Signed the Constitution
A detailed study of the United States Constitution
Incans, Aztecs & Mayans
Fascinating account of three major civilizations that existed in the “New World” before Europeans arrived.
Pedro’s Journal
A fictional account of Christopher Columbus’ first voyage
The Landmark History of the American People: From Plymouth to the West, Volume I
A fascinating introduction to American culture as it has shaped and been shaped by events from the Pilgrims to the mid-1800s. Written by the former Librarian of Congress. NEW full-color edition, completely revised for readability. Now includes timelines, maps and more than twice the illustrations. Oversized.
North American Indians
Profusely illustrated introduction to a broad range of North American Indian peoples.
The Very First Americans
Long before Columbus landed in America, hundreds of groups of people had already made their homes here. But where did they live? What did they eat? How did they have fun? And where are they today? From coast to coast, learn about these first Americans!
From Sea to Shining Sea for Young Readers
Tells America’s story during its first fifty years as a nation. These were the days of Benjamin Franklin and Daniel Boone, Francis Asbury and Charles Finney, Andrew Jackson and Sam Houston. During these years Conestoga wagons and circuit riders became famous, the Second Great Awakening sparked revival across the nation, Indian wars and slavery were major concerns, and the Louisiana Purchase and the Oregon Trail expanded American boundaries from sea to shining sea. God was also at work in the young nation, giving its settlers opportunities to shape its history and to be His people.
Adoniram Judson: Bound for Burma
The thrilling story of America’s first foreign missionary, Adoniram Judson. In the face of incredible obstacles, Adoniram and his first wife Ann were the spark that spread the fire of the Gospel into Burma. Their evident love for the Burmese people is a compelling story of unswerving dedication and sacrifice.
Children’s Encyclopedia of American History
A groundbreaking guide to American history, this reference book explains events, moments, trends, patterns and people in concise articles designed to appeal to children ages 8 and up. Features more than 750 photos and artworks, plus extensive maps, charts, a state-by-state review, the complete texts of the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution, and much more.
Read Alouds
The Sign of the Beaver
A white boy in the Maine wilderness is rescued by an Indian chief.
The Witch of Blackbird Pond
A girl raised in luxury in the Caribbean struggles to adjust to Puritan New England.
Johnny Tremain
A young apprentice silversmith is caught up in the Boston Tea Party and the American Revolution.
Carry On, Mr. Bowditch
Fascinating true story of the poor apprentice who, shortly after the American Revolution, transformed navigation from an art to a precise science.
Walk the World’s Rim
A 14-year old Indian joins Cabeza de Vaca’s 16th-century expedition through the Southwest.
Justin Morgan Had a Horse
The true story of a young boy who trained the first all-American (but now world-famous) Morgan horse.
Calico Bush
Left an orphan shortly after her family arrives in the New World, young Marguerite is “Bound-out” for six years to serve the Sargent family in exchange for food, shelter and clothing.
The Journeyman
Touching story about a boy, despised by his father because of his artistic bent, who leaves home to find his place in the world.
Swift Rivers
Eighteen-year-old Chris spends a winter with his grandfather in a cabin in Minnesota.
Child’s Introduction to Poetry
Listen While You Learn About the Magic Words That Have Moved Mountains, Won Battles, and Made Us Laugh and Cry
His Readers:
Toliver’s Secret
Ten-year old Ellen Toliver must conquer her timidity to take a secret message through enemy lines during the Revolutionary War.
What’s the Big Idea, Ben Franklin?
Breezy biography by award-winning author gives insights into Franklin’s intriguing life and personality.
The Lewis & Clark Expedition
A highly readable account of the quintessentially American adventure of discovery and hardship as Meriwether Lewis and William Clark led their men on an exploration of “the interior parts of North America.”
Pocahontas and the Strangers
Familiar story of a young Indian girl who saved the life of John Smith, an early American frontiersman.
The Matchlock Gun
A ten-year-old boy saves his family from raiding Indians during the French and Indian war.
Meet Thomas Jefferson
An easy-reading introduction to the third president of the United States from boyhood on.
Phoebe the Spy
Dramatic true story of a little black girl who foiled a plan to kill George Washington.
Meet George Washington
George Washington’s life from boyhood to presidency in a large, boldface type.
Robert Fulton, Boy Craftsman
The true story of the famous steamboat builder by an award-winning author.
Sarah, Plain and Tall
Award-winning story of a frontier American widower who advertises for a wife . . . and gets Sarah.
The Courage of Sarah Noble
Eight-year old Sarah journeys into the wilderness with her father–and ends up alone!
The Cabin Faced West
Anne is lonely when her family moves to the Pennsylvania frontier . . . until a special evening when a stranger comes to dinner.
Squanto, Friend of the Pilgrims
The story of the meeting of two cultures–and the young man who helped bridge the gap between them.
The Bears on Hemlock Mountain
Jonathan goes to get “the biggest pot you ever laid eyes on” — on the other side of Hemlock Mountain.
Sarah Whitcher’s Story
The true story of a little girl who is lost in New Hampshire woods back in pioneer days.
A Lion to Guard Us
Award-winning author tells a true story about three children left alone in London in 1609 who make their way to the Virginia colony.
The Skippack School
Simple but insightful story about a German boy who immigrated to America about the year 1750.
The Thanksgiving Story
Caldecott Honor Book recounts the story of the Pilgrims from the time they left England on the Mayflower through the first Thanksgiving celebration.
Om-kas-toe
Om-kas-toe is a member of the Blackfeet Indian tribe in the early 1700s–before
horses.
We are looking forward to this coming year. We studied a lot of this in 1st grade so it’s going to be fun to recap and learn even more!!
