Science
https://sites.google.com/elwood.k12.ny.us/curriculum-guide-for-parents/grade-3/grade-3-science
Unit 1: How to be a Scientist
. make observations
• ask questions
• form a hypothesis
• write procedures
• test hypothesis
• draw conclusions
Unit 2: Forces in Motion
. investigate balanced and unbalanced forces
• observe and measure an object’s motion
• cause and effect relationships of electric or magnetic interactions
• design problems about magnets
Unit 3: Inheritance of Traits: Life Cycles
. life cycles
• inherited traits
• environmental influences
Unit 4: Interdependent Relationships in Ecosytems
. animal survival
• analyze and interpret data from fossils
• explore animal habitats and survival adaptations
• environmental changes of plants and animals
Unit 5: Changes in Weather and the Water Cycle
. weather conditions and seasons
• climates
• weather-related hazards
• the water cycle
Social Studies
Students will explore communities around the world.
We will cover geography and map skills so that students can identify a specific location in the world using geographic features and map skills. The students will explore countries around the world beginning in the USA. They will also explore China, and Kenya . Within each country the students will have opportunities to dig deep into geographical features, government, culture, flags and symbols, religion, folktales, and places of interest and the roll that these topics play and the affect they have on a country's development.
Projects and research will be student driven through the use of chrome books. Groups will have the opportunity to view video clips of students in different communities and compare and contrast to their own experiences. Students will also view photos and conduct research via the chrome books on education, economics, geography, population and cultural experiences within that country. We will also be using current events articles so that students can learn about real world issues relevant to these countries.