3rd Grade

Utah Elementary Social Studies Standards

This PDF contains an introduction to the elementary social studies core as well as compelling questions and standards for K-6.

Comparison Document

This PDF identifies topics that have been removed and added to the 2024 core. It also includes a rational for those changes.

3rd Grade Social Studies Curriculum Map

Use this map to help with pacing and organization of standards.

GSD Canvas Lessons

These lessons were originally created for distance learners, but can easily be used in class as well.

Picture Books & Primary Sources

Collection of primary sources that can be used with See, Think, Wonder and then paired with a read aloud picture book. 

Click HERE to view a spreadsheet with book titles and information for each grade level.

Constitution Day Resources

Guidlines and resources for conducting Constitution Day and Founders Month activities. 

Culturally appropriate Thanksgiving activities that incorporate reading and math.

Resource List

This is a collection of websites where you can find quality resources for building social studies lessons.

USBE 3rd Grade Social Studies Lessons

This is a collection of social studies lessons developed by USBE. During the 2025-26 school year, the links to the lessons will roll out a month in advance. 

UEN eMedia Hub for 3rd Grade Social Studies

This is a collection of resources that can be used to teach 3rd grade social studies standards.

UEN eMedia Hub for the U.S. Constitution

This is a collection of resources that can be used to teach about the U.S. Constitution as well as celebrate Constitution Day. Resources are organized by grade level.