Language Arts provides essential skills for understanding, communicating, and expressing yourself! Master advanced reading, writing, and speaking through engaging hands-on experiences! 📚✨
Developing oral language skills for communication
In Grade 3, students develop their listening and speaking skills to communicate effectively in various contexts. They learn to listen attentively, respond critically, and express ideas with clarity and confidence. Students engage with various genres of music, oral poetry, and stories while developing an appreciation for both Standard English and Home Languages.
💡 Grade 3 Tip: Practice presenting to your classmates!
Developing comprehension and critical thinking
Students build on their reading skills by engaging with a variety of texts at the early to transitional levels. They develop comprehension strategies, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills while exploring different genres. Students learn to recognize how an author's choice of vocabulary, language, and style influence the meaning of text.
💡 Grade 3 Tip: Look for author's style and word choices!
Developing written expression and communication
Grade 3 students develop their writing skills through the writing process: planning, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing. They learn to write for various purposes and audiences, using different genres and text forms. Students also develop their understanding of writing conventions, including spelling, punctuation, and presentation.
💡 Grade 3 Tip: Use the writing process: plan, draft, revise, edit!
Click on story elements to see them light up! Master storytelling! ✨
The Grade 3 curriculum builds upon earlier foundations and encourages deeper understanding and critical thinking skills. Students develop greater independence in their language development! 🎯
The curriculum celebrates OECS culture and context, incorporating local stories, songs, and poetry throughout your learning journey! 🌴
