The Third Grade   Mrs. Eaton, Rm 110                              Ms. Reed, Rm. 114 There are two third grades at Prosperity Heights. Mrs. Eaton and Ms. Reed are the third grade teachers. Both have taught in the school district for many years. In third grade we use the Every Day Math. curriculum. We also use Foss Science Kits in science class. This is the year we put a special emphasis on teaching about the history of St. Paul. Third graders are eager to learn to write in cursive. They will all learn to do this during the year. See more about each class by clicking on their web pages on the right. What 3rd Graders Learn In Reading and Writers' Workshop: * read and understand a range of materials, such as magazines, poetry, and non-fiction * tell the setting, problem and solution, and the main characters from books read * write paragraphs and stories, correcting mistakes, and rewriting as necessary * write letters and announcements * research, write and orally present a report on a chosen animal In Math: * measure with a ruler, thermometer, and scale * create graphs, tables, and charts * find more than one way to solve problems * do simple multiplication and division problems In Social Studies: * describe St. Paul history and its effects on American Indian Culture * use different types of maps and globes; identify continents, oceans and countries bordering on the United States of America In Science: * understand the food chain, how sound travels, and that planets revolve around the sun * compare earth materials, describe life cycles of plants and have an attitude of respect for nature * record observations about science In Technology: * use word processing, a web browser, and commerial software on a computer 3rd Grade Field Trips We will be going on several field trips this year. Be sure to check back soon!