Grade 3 Curriculum
Foundation Building & Middle Primary Development
Grade 3 builds upon the foundations established in earlier grades, encouraging students to develop deeper understanding, critical thinking skills, and greater independence in their learning journey across all academic disciplines.
Grade 3 Key Milestones & Development Focus
Academic Milestones
- Foundational literacy and numeracy mastery
- Independent learning skill development
- Critical thinking introduction
- Middle primary preparation
Assessment Focus Areas
- Foundational skill assessment
- Hands-on learning activities
- Collaborative group work
- Creative expression and exploration
Language Arts
Communication and literacy development through listening, speaking, reading, and writing
Curriculum Strands
Key Focus Areas
- Foundational reading comprehension skills
- Basic writing composition and structure
- Oral communication and presentation
Sample Learning Outcomes
- Read and comprehend grade-appropriate texts with fluency
- Write clear, organized paragraphs with proper sentence structure
Mathematics
Numerical reasoning and problem solving with foundational mathematical concepts
Curriculum Strands
Key Focus Areas
- Multi-digit addition and subtraction
- Introduction to multiplication and division
- Basic geometric shapes and properties
Sample Learning Outcomes
- Solve addition and subtraction problems with regrouping
- Understand basic multiplication and division concepts
Science
Inquiry-based exploration of life science, physical science, and earth systems
Curriculum Strands
Key Focus Areas
- Plant and animal life cycles and habitats
- Properties of materials and simple forces
- Weather patterns and seasonal changes
Sample Learning Outcomes
- Describe the basic needs and characteristics of living things
- Investigate properties of different materials and substances
Social Studies
Understanding communities, relationships, and basic geographic and historical concepts
Curriculum Strands
Key Focus Areas
- Local and diverse communities around the world
- Basic map skills and geographic features
- Simple historical timelines and events
Sample Learning Outcomes
- Compare and contrast different types of communities
- Use simple maps and globes to locate places and features
Grade 3 Additional Resources
Supporting materials and tools for Grade 3 education
Assessment Tools
Foundational skill assessment tools and creative evaluation methods for Grade 3 standards
Teacher Resources
Hands-on learning activities and collaborative teaching strategies for Grade 3 educators
Parent Guides
Resources to help parents support their Grade 3 students' foundational learning development
Curriculum Download
Download PDF versions of Grade 3 curriculum documents and teaching materials