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Math, English & Science Enrichment

3rd Grade Math, English & Science Classes

Every A Grade Ahead programme available in 3rd Grade — choose a subject to see its month-by-month curriculum.

Give the opportunity of academic acceleration.

Introducing multiplication and division — building speed and agility through progressive fundamentals alongside geometry, fractions, and real-world word problems.

A Grade Ahead’s 3rd grade math program introduces your child to a whole new world of mathematics with the presentation of their new curriculum — multiplication and division. Our program will familiarize your child with these operations so that he or she can multiply and divide with speed and agility. Our curriculum includes, but is not limited to:

  • Time-saving skills

  • Application of all topics in word problems

  • Geometry, algebra, & statistics

  • Fractions/Decimals

Month by Month 3rd Grade Curriculum Breakdown

Curriculum Numerics Path
July

Place value; Rounding; Estimation

Multiply/Add Subtract 2

Examples: 73 × 4 = ? and 3 × 4 + ? = ?

August

Fractions (intro); Ordering numbers

Multiply/Add Subtract 3

Examples: 7 × 1 + ? and 3 × 4 + ? = ?

September

Time; Calendar

Multiply/Add Subtract 4

Examples: 9 × 4 + ? and 6 × 3 + ? = ?

October

2-step word problems; Patterns; Algebra

Multiply/Add Subtract 5

Examples: 73 × 4 + ? and 8 × 3 = ?

Tables & graphs

Multiply/Divide 1

Examples: 560 ÷ 5 + ? and 1 and 4 + ? = ?

November

Length; Weight; Liquid volume

Multiply/Divide 2

Examples: 22 × 3 + ? and 3 × ? = ?

December

Metric; Fractions

Multiply/Divide 3

Examples: 97 × 3 + ? and 65 × ? = ?

January

Geometry; Perimeter; Area

Multiply/Divide 4

Examples: 40 × 2 + ? and ? × ? = ?

February

Standardized test preparation

Some academies may offer this in a month other than February. Check with your local A Grade Ahead academy.

Multiply/Divide 5

Examples: 2 × 3 + ? and 3 × 4 = ?

March

Fractions; Symmetry; Congruence; Metric system

Multiply/Divide 6

Examples: 2,805 × 3 + ? and 1,289 ÷ ? = ?

April

Decimals; Coordinate grids; Statistics

Multiply/Divide 7

Examples: 14 × 11 + ? and 7 × ? = ?

May

Preparing to Move to Grade Ahead (Mixed)

Multiply/Divide 8

Examples: 95 × 7 and 3/4 × ? = ?

Accelerate learning.

Building confident writers and readers through structured grammar, comprehension, and creative writing — preparing students to excel academically.

A Grade Ahead’s 3rd grade English enrichment classes encourage students to excel in English academically. Students begin writing longer paragraphs while practicing appropriate grammar. 3rd grade English curriculum emphasizes language arts skills such as:

3rd grade English students receive weekly work that will focus on vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension on writing.

  • Skills necessary for standardized testing

  • Writing (includes: drafting, editing, creative pieces, fantasy, letters)

  • Comprehension

  • Written responses and their proper format

Month by Month 3rd Grade English Curriculum Breakdown

Curriculum Topics
July

Prose; Constructed response; Nouns; Verbs

August

Comprehension elements; Subject and predicate; Sentences

September

Pronouns; Possessive nouns; Helping verbs

October

Adjectives; Adverbs; Realistic fiction

November

Comparisons and superlatives; Collective nouns; Fantasy

December

Irregular verbs; Fact and opinion; Prose constructed response

January

Coordinating conjunctions; Sentence types; Writing

February

Possessive nouns; Quotation marks; Subject and verb agreement

March

Standardized Test Preparation

Some academies may offer this in a month other than February. Check with your local A Grade Ahead academy.

April

Similes and metaphors; Context clues; Essays to inform

May

Prepositions; Poetry

Preparing to Move to A Grade Ahead

Become a young scientist.

Exploring Earth science, physical science, and life science through inquiry-based learning — building curiosity, problem-solving skills, and a love of discovery.

In the 3rd grade science program, students will begin with the scientific method through exploration and inquiry-based learning. Students will learn how to become young scientists through a variety of topics such as Earth science, physical science, and life science. A Grade Ahead’s 3rd grade science enrichment program will open their eyes to the science of the world around them. Through this content, 3rd grade students will learn about:

Students will also gain inquiry-based learning skills, such as:

Don’t forget, your child can begin the curriculum at any time throughout the year. Start learning today!

  • The Earth and its surface

  • Machines and motion

  • Animals and their adaptations

  • Problem-solving skills

  • Ability to follow explicit directions

  • Investigation techniques

Week by Week 3rd Grade Science Curriculum

Week Subject Area Topic
Week 1 Application & Activity The Scientific Method
Week 2 Earth Science Earth’s Energy Resources
Week 3 Earth Science Identifying Mineral Resources
Week 4 Earth Science Rocks and Soil
Week 5 Earth Science The Solar System
Week 6 Earth Science Earth Science Project Week
Week 7 Physical Science Force and Motion
Week 8 Physical Science Simple Machines
Week 9 Physical Science Matter
Week 10 Physical Science Energy
Week 11 Physical Science Physical Science Project Week
Week 12 Life Science Animals, Ecosystems, and Biomes
Week 13 Life Science Amphibians
Week 14 Life Science Reptiles
Week 15 Life Science Adaptations
Week 16 Life Science Life Science Project Week

Next Step

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