Third grade is learning about designing structures and this was the introductory experiment to see what they knew about a stable structure.  Stay tuned to see if they are able to build something sturdy and that can hold some weight.

You need to be able to independently RECITE (say) the following prayers (word for word) by May 23, 2012. (See the Holy Family website for the words if you need them.)
*Act of Contrition
*Apostles’ Creed

We’ve begun work on our next science unit “Designing Structures”. The students have been placed in groups and are beginning to work together to build a structure built only of a certain amount of straws and a certain amount of tape. Tune in to see how their team building and architectural skills are put to use!

Social Studies Unit 2 is complete. We learned about the early Americans and how they came, grew and moved. We also learned about how various technology helps form and change cultures.
Now the kids have the choice to take the traditional unit test or to complete 3 chapter projects that show what they know. If they choose to take the test, it will be on Friday, Feb. 17. If they choose to do the projects, they will be due on Tuesday, Feb. 21.

We’ve just completed our science unit on electrical circuits.  Ask your child to tell you all about open and closed circuits.  Do you know how to make a lightbulb light with just one wire and one battery?

You need to be able to independently RECITE (say) the following prayers (word for word) by January 9, 2012. (See the Holy Family website for the words if you need them.)

* Prayer before meals

* Prayer after meals

* Morning Prayer

* Angel of God

Today we did an interactive Venn Diagram comparing early Christians to today’s Christians.  We noticed that in most ways, we are still like Christians of the past.  Our “mission” is still the same.

Grade 3 Venn

You need to be able to independently RECITE (say) the following prayers (word for word) by October 17, 2011. (See the Holy Family website for the words if you need them.)

* Sign of the Cross

* Hail Mary

* Our Father

* Glory Be

Let the year begin…

It has been a great, although quick summer and now it’s time to get focused and get back into the routine of things.  I’m anxious to begin working with your child for religion, science and social studies.  Because this whole blog thing is new to me, I will do my best to keep it updated.  I will try to post various pieces information you may be interested in as well as pictures of what the third graders are doing from time to time.  Bear with me and if you have any questions or concerns at any time, please feel free to contact me.  Check out my “About Me” page for contact information.