Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 1 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3 GRADING PERIOD: 1 st Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Friendly letter SOL / Enabling Objectives Resources Assessments Time Frame Text Activities Technology Reading 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. c. Apply meaning clues, language structure, and phonetic strategies - Using transition words for cause / effect: because, if/then, when/then d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. a. Set a purpose for reading. c. Make, confirm, or revise predictions. d. Compare and contrast settings, characters, and events. (Identify these narrative elements) f. Ask and answer questions about what is read. h. Identify the problem and solution. Writing 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. d. Write a paragraph on the same topic. 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (review nouns and verbs) j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals. Miss Nelson is Missing Suggested reading Team building activities Miss Nelson is Missing - Lesson plans Venn diagram for Miss Nelson is Missing Character matching game \\lcsfiles\TextBo ok Software\Journe ys\Journeys Grade 3 3rd gr. 1st Nine Weeks Writing Rubric 2013- 2014[1].doc Week 1
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Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 1 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Friendly letter
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. c. Apply meaning clues, language structure, and phonetic strategies - Using transition words for cause / effect: because, if/then, when/then d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. a. Set a purpose for reading. c. Make, confirm, or revise predictions. d. Compare and contrast settings, characters, and events. (Identify these narrative elements) f. Ask and answer questions about what is read. h. Identify the problem and solution. Writing 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. d. Write a paragraph on the same topic. 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (review nouns and verbs) j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals.
3rd gr. 1st Nine Weeks Writing Rubric 2013-2014[1].doc
Week 1
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 2 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns (short vowels) b. Decode regular multisyllabic words 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. c. Apply meaning clues, language structure, and phonetic strategies (multiple meanings) d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words e. Discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts g. Use word reference resources including the glossary, dictionary, and thesaurus
3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. a. Set a purpose for reading. c. Make, confirm, or revise predictions. d. Compare and contrast settings, characters, and events. (review story structure) h. Identify the problem and solution. k. Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process. (summarizing)
l. Differentiate between fiction and nonfiction.
A Fine, Fine School
Humorous Fiction
pp. 14-32
One Room Schoolhouses
Informational Text
pp.34-36
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Anticipation
guide A fine, fine school
Smart Board
Notebook Files for 13-14 A fine,
fine school Short e games
Short vowels
Context Clues
Story quiz
Read Aloud video for story
Story vocabulary games
Week 2
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 3 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. c. Preview and use text features. (photographs, captions) 3.7 The student will demonstrate comprehension of information from a variety of print and electronic resources. a. Use encyclopedias and other reference books, including online reference materials (encyclopedia online article) Writing (Friendly letter) 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea d. Write a paragraph on the same topic f. Include details that elaborate the main idea g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (subjects and predicates) g. Use simple abbreviations (use with friendly letter) j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Friendly letter generator
Discovery education video: “How to write a report and personal letter,” Letter writing segment (4:13) Subjects and predicates video
3rd gr. 1st Nine Weeks Writing Rubric 2013-2014[1].doc
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 4 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns (long vowels ) b. Decode regular multisyllabic words (compound words) 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. c. Apply meaning clues, language structure, and phonetic strategies d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words e. Discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts f. Use vocabulary from other content areas 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. a. Set a purpose for reading c. Make, confirm, or revise predictions g. Draw conclusions about text m. Read with fluency and accuracy
The Trial of Cardigan
Jones
Fantasy
pp. 46-64
Jury Duty (Reader’s Theater)
pp. 66-68
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark
Leveled Readers
Smart Board
Notebook Trial of Cardigan Jones
Brainpopjr make predictions video
Drawing
conclusions
Week 3
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 5 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Friendly Letter)
3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. a. Identify the intended audience e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing f. Include details that elaborate the main idea
3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (kinds of sentences) g. Use simple abbreviations (use with friendly letters) j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Brainpopjr types of sentences
video
3rd gr. 1st Nine Weeks Writing Rubric 2013-2014[1].doc
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 6 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns (vowel pairs – ai, ay, ee, ea) b. Decode regular multisyllabic words 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms (antonyms) d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words e. Discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. a. Set a purpose for reading b. Make connections between previous experiences and reading selections c. Make, confirm, or revise predictions d. Compare and contrast settings, characters, and events (understanding characters) e. Identify the author’s purpose h. Identify the problem and solution. 3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. c. Preview and use text features. (map)
Destiny’s Gift
Realistic fiction
pp. 78-100
Kids Making a Difference
pp. 102-104
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Smart Board Notebook Files
for 13-14\Destiny's Gift
Brainpopjr story elements videos
Author's Purpose
Week 4
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 7 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Personal Narrative) 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing f. Include details that elaborate the main idea g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (sentence fragments, run-on sentences) j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Run-on sentences game
Sentence or
fragment game
Brainpop video on sentence fragments
3rd gr. 1st Nine Weeks Writing Rubric 2013-2014[1].doc
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 8 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns (long o – oa, ow) b. Decode regular multisyllabic words 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms (base words & endings: -s, -es, -ed, -ing) d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words f. Use vocabulary from other content areas (science words)
3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. a. Set a purpose for reading c. Make, confirm, or revise predictions d. Compare and contrast settings, characters, and events 3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. c. Preview and use text features (diagram)
Pop’s Bridge
Historical fiction
pp. 114-136
Bridges
Informational Text
pp. 138 – 140
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Smart Board Notebook Files for 13-14\Pop's Bridge, week 5
Week 5
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 9 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Personal Narrative) 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing f. Include details that elaborate the main idea 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (common & proper nouns) b. Use transition words to vary sentence structure d. Use past and present verb tense j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Common and Proper nouns
Common and Proper nouns
game
3rd gr. 1st Nine Weeks Writing Rubric 2013-2014[1].doc
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 10 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns. ( long i, ie, igh) b. Decode regular multisyllabic words. 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms. (prefixes: ex-, dis-, un-, re-, mis-, non-, pre-) c. Apply meaning clues, language structure, and phonetic strategies. (cause and effect) g. Use word references resources including the glossary, dictionary, and thesaurus. 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. l. Differentiate between fiction and nonfiction.
3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts.
a. Identify the author’s purpose. b. Use prior and background knowledge as context for new learning. f. Summarize major points found in nonfiction texts. g. Identify the main idea. h. Identify supporting details. i. Compare and contrast the characteristics of biographies and autobiographies. Writing (Personal Narrative)
Roberto
Clemente, Pride of the Pittsburgh
Pirates
Biography
pp. 150-172
Baseball Poems
pp. 174-176
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Smart Board Notebook Files
for 13-14\Roberto
Clemente, week 6
Brainpopjr prefixes video
Brainpopjr Cause and effect video
Week 6
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 11 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. d. Write a paragraph on the same topic. e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing. g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. b. Use transition words to vary sentence structure. f. Use commas in a simple series. j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals (plural nouns).
Writing a personal narrative
Plural nouns game
3rd gr. 1st Nine Weeks Writing Rubric 2013-2014[1].doc
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 12 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns. (long and short vowels) 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms. (suffixes: -ly, -ful, -less, -able, -tion, -ment, -ness) d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words. e. Discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts. 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. a. Set a purpose for reading. b. Make connections between previous experiences and reading selections. f. Ask and answer questions about what is read. (sequence events)
Max’s Words Humorous fiction
pp. 190-212
Poems that Slither, Walk,
and Fly Poetry
pp. 214-215
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Smart Board Notebook Files for 13-14\Max's Words, week 7,
Third grade.notebook
Week 7
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 13 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Response Paragraph) 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. d. Write a paragraph on the same topic. f. Include details that elaborate the main idea. g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. d. Use past and present verb tense. j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals.
3rd gr. 1st Nine Weeks Writing Rubric 2013-2014[1].doc
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 14 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. b. Decode regular multisyllabic words (scr, spr, str, thr) 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms (synonyms, such as: big/large, mad/angry, ache/pain) e. Discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts g. Use word reference resources including the glossary, dictionary, and thesaurus 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. d. Compare and contrast setting, characters, and events. l. Differentiate between fiction and nonfiction. 3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a. Identify the author’s purpose. b. Use prior and background knowledge as context for new learning. c. Preview and use text features. l. Read with fluency and accuracy.
What Do Illustrators
Do?
Informational text
pp. 226-244
Jack Draws a Beanstalk
Fairy Tale
pp. 246-248
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Smart Board Notebook Files for 13-14\What do Illustrators
do, week 8, Third grade.notebook
Week 8
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 15 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Compare / Contrast Paragraph) 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies. c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea. d. Write a paragraph on the same topic. e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing. g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. b. Use transition words to vary sentence structure. d. Use past and present verb tense. j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals.
Brainpopjr verb tenses video
3rd gr. 1st Nine Weeks Writing Rubric 2013-2014[1].doc
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 16 Teacher Direct \\lcsfiles\TextBook Software\Journeys\Journeys Grade 3
GRADING PERIOD: 1st Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Remediation and Enrichment
Week
9
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 1 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.1 The student will use effective communication skills in group activities. a. Listen attentively by making eye contact, facing the speaker, asking questions, and summarizing what is said b. Ask and respond to questions from teachers and other group members c. Explain what has been learned d. Use language appropriate for context e. Increase listening and speaking vocabularies 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. b. Decode regular multisyllabic words (Three-letter clusters: scr-, spr-, str-, thr-; silent letters: kn, wr) 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. g. Use word reference resources including the glossary, dictionary (multiple-meaning words), and thesaurus 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry.
a. Set a purpose for reading c. Make, confirm, or revise predictions g. Draw conclusions about text
The Harvest
Birds Folktale
pp. 258-276
The Farmer
and the
Dream
Play
pp.278-280
Harcourt
Leveled
Readers
Benchmark
Leveled
Readers
Vocabulary activities
Multiple meaning words activities
Week 1
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 2 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Personal Narrative) 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. a. Identify the intended audience b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea d. Write a paragraph on the same topic 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences b. Use transition words to vary sentence structure f. Use commas in a simple series
Personal Narrative helper
Week 1
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 3 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns (ow, ou) b. Decode regular multisyllabic words (Silent letters: kn, wr) 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. c. Apply meaning clues, language structure, and phonetic strategies (cause and effect) d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words g. Use word reference resources including the glossary, dictionary, and thesaurus 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. a. Set a purpose for reading b. Make connections between previous experiences and reading selections c. Make, confirm, or revise predictions
Kamishibai
Man
Realistic Fiction
pp. 291-312
The True Story of Kamishibai
Informational Text
pp.314-316
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Kamishibai Man Smartnotebook
Kamishibai Man
video clip
Week 2
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 4 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Personal Narrative) 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea d. Write a paragraph on the same topic f. Include details that elaborate the main idea g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (common & proper nouns, subjects & predicates) j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Writer's Workshop
Week 2
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 5 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns (review: ow, ou; new: au, aw, al, o) b. Decode regular multisyllabic words 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words e. Discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts 3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a. Identify the author’s purpose b. Use prior and background knowledge as context for new learning g. Identify the main idea h. Identify supporting details k. Identify new information gained from reading l. Read with fluency and accuracy
Young Thomas Edison
Biography
pp. 326-348
Moving Pictures
Informational text
pp. 350-352
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark
Leveled Readers
Young Thomas
Edison vocabulary activities
main_idea_extra, extra, read all
about it
Week 3
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 6 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Personal Narrative)
3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. a. Identify the intended audience e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing f. Include details that elaborate the main idea g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information.
3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (subject pronouns, singular and plural nouns) j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Pronouns game
Plural nouns activities
Week 3
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 7 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns (review: au, aw, al, o; new: oi, oy ) b. Decode regular multisyllabic words 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms (base words & endings: -s, -es, -ed, -ing) d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words f. Use vocabulary from other content areas (science words)
3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. d. Ask and answer questions e. Draw conclusions i. Compare and contrast the characteristics of biographies and autobiographies j. Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension l. Read with fluency and accuracy
Jump! From the life of Michael Jordan
Biography
pp. 366-384
Science for sports fans
Informational Text
pp. 386-388
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Short Michael Jordan video
Base word
baseball
Week 4
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 8 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Personal Narrative) 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing f. Include details that elaborate the main idea g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (plural nouns) j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Week 4
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 9 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns (review: oi, oy)
b. Decode regular multisyllabic words (words ending in –er and –le)
3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use knowledge of homophones (examples: be/bee, hear/here, see/sea) e. Discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts
3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. e. Identify the author’s purpose g. Draw conclusions about text h. Identify the problem and solution i. Identify the main idea j. Identify supporting details m. Read with fluency and accuracy
The Science Fair
Realistic Fiction
pp. 398-416
Poems about Science
Poetry
pp. 418-420
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Science Fair Smart Board
Activity
Homophones song
Week 5
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 10 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Narrative Poem) 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (proper nouns) d. Use past and present verb tense j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Narrative poems
Week 5
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 11 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns b. Decode regular multisyllabic words 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. a. Use knowledge of homophones (examples: be/bee, hear/here, see/sea) d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words e. Discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts f. Use vocabulary from other content areas (social studies) 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. a. Set a purpose for reading b. Make connections between previous experiences and reading selections d. Compare and contrast characters, settings, and events f. Ask and answer questions about what is read g. Draw conclusions about text
Yonder Mountain
Legend
pp. 430-446
The Trail of Tears
Informational text
pp. 448-450
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Yonder Mountain.noteb
ook
Week 6
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 12 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Narrative poem) 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea f. Include details that elaborate the main idea g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (subject-verb agreement) d. Use past and present verb tense h. Use apostrophes in contractions with pronouns j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Week 6
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 13 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. b. Decode regular multisyllabic words (words with ar, or, ore) 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms (prefixes, such as –im and -in) e. Discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts 3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a. Identify the author’s purpose b. Use prior and background knowledge as context for new learning c. Preview and use text features (headings, captions) f. Summarize major points found in nonfiction texts l. Read with fluency and accuracy
Aero and Officer Mike
Informational text
pp. 460-476
Kids and Critters
Informational text
pp. 478-480
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Vocabulary
activities
Author's purpose game
Week 7
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 14 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Autobiography) 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea d. Write a paragraph on the same topic e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (pronoun-verb agreement, subjects and predicates) b. Use transition words to vary sentence structure d. Use past and present verb tense h. Use apostrophes in contractions with pronouns j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Brainpopjr: Writing about
yourself
Week 7
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 15 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 2nd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Personal Narrative
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.2 The student will present brief oral reports using visual media. a. Speak clearly b. Use appropriate volume and pitch c. Speak at an understandable rate 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns b. Decode regular multisyllabic words (words with er, ir, ur, or) 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms (synonyms, such as: big/large, mad/angry, ache/pain; antonyms, such as: asleep/awake, smile/frown, start/finish) e. Discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts g. Use word reference resources including the glossary, dictionary, and thesaurus 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. c. Make, confirm, or revise predictions i. Identify the main idea j. Identify supporting details k. Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension l. Differentiate between fiction and nonfiction m. Read with fluency and accuracy
Ramona Quimby, age 8
Humorous fiction
pp. 490-508
Tia Luisa’s Fruit Salad
Readers’ Theater
pp. 510-512
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Synonyms and antonyms game
Short Ramona
video
Week
8
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 16 Teacher Direct
Writing (Autobiography) 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea d. Write a paragraph on the same topic e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (kinds of pronouns) b. Use transition words to vary sentence structure d. Use past and present verb tense j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals 3.12 The student will use available technology for reading and writing.
Remediation and Enrichment
Week 8
Week 8
Week 9
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 17 Teacher Direct
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 1 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.1 The student will use effective communication skills in group activities. e. increase listening and speaking vocabularies 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns (vowel + /r/ sounds in air and fear) 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. c. Apply meaning clues, language structure, and phonetic strategies d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words f. Use vocabulary from other content areas 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of Fictional text and poetry. a. Set a purpose for reading e. Identify the author’s purpose k. Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process. m. Read with fluency and accuracy (intonation) 3.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a. Identify the author’s purpose c. Preview and use text features
A Mr. Rubbish
Mood from
Judy Moody
Saves the
World Humorous Fiction
pp. 14-28
Save the
Rainforest
Informational Text
pp.30-32
Harcourt
Leveled
Readers
Benchmark
Leveled
Readers
Brainpop Jr.
Recycling Video
Mr. Nussbaum Reading Passages and Questions
Week 1
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 2 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Writing to Persuade: Persuasive Letter) ) 3.8 The student will write legibly in cursive 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. a. Identify the intended audience b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies d. Write a paragraph on the same topic e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing. f. Include details that elaborate the main idea. g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information. 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (adjectives, plural nouns) g. Use simple abbreviations. j. Use correct spelling for frequently use sight words, including irregular plurals.
Writing a Paragraph
Brainpopjr Video
Adjectives Game
Schoolhouse Rock Adjectives
Adjectives multiple choice
Week 1
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 3 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading b. Decode regular multisyllabic words ( /j/ and /s/, words with the VCCCV pattern) 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms ( suffix –ly) c. Apply meaning clues, language structure, and phonetic strategies (cause and effect) d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words 3.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction text a. Identify author’s purpose b. Use prior and background knowledge as context for new learning c. Preview and use text features. e. Draw conclusions about text j. Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process l. Read with fluency and accuracy (stress) 3.7 The student will demonstrate comprehension of information from a variety of print and electronic resources b. Use table of contents, indices, and charts
The
Albertosaurus Mystery
Informational Text
pp. 43-58
Finding Fossils for Fun
Informational Text
pp.60-62
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Time Trackers Joseph Tyrrell -
Discovers Albertosaurus
-ly suffix lesson
Cause and Effect Video Brainpopjr
Unit 4 Journeys activities
Week 2
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 4 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Writing to Persuade: Opinion Paragraph) 3.8 The student will write legibly in cursive 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea d. Write a paragraph on the same topic f. Include details that elaborate the main idea g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (adjectives, proper nouns) i. Use the articles a, an, and the correctly j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals 3.12 The student will use available technology for reading and Writing
Prewriting Skills United Streaming capitalization proper nouns Articles Match Quia
Week 2
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 5 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.1 The student will use effective communication skills in group activities a. Listen attentively by making eye contact, facing the speaker, asking questions, and summarizing what is said 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading b. Decode regular multisyllabic words ( /k/ and /kw/ ) 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar word f. Use vocabulary from other content areas 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry
a. Set a purpose for reading m. Read with fluency and accuracy
3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a. Identify the author’s purpose b. Use prior and background knowledge as context for new learning c. preview and use text features d. ask and answer questions about what is read k. Identify new information gained from reading l. Read with fluency and accuracy (expression)
A Tree is Growing
Informational Text
pp. 73-94
Poems About Nature
Poetry
pp. 96-98
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark
Leveled Readers
Tree activities
Poetry: Character,
Setting, & Plot l
Brainpopjr Poetry
Week 3
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 6 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Write to Persuade: Problem/Solution Paragraph) 3.8 The student will write legibly in cursive
3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. a. Identify the intended audience e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing f. Include details that elaborate the main idea g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information.
3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences c. Use the word I in compound subjects d. Use past and present verb tense (verb be and helping verbs) f. Use commas in a simple series j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plural
Writing for Your Audience United
Streaming
Verbs in Space
Week 3
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 7 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. a. Use knowledge of regular and irregular vowel patterns (vowel sounds in spoon and wood) b. Decode regular multisyllabic words (review /k/ and /kw/ 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms (prefixes pre-, re-, bi-)
c. Apply meaning clues, language structure, and phonetic Strategies (cause and effect)
d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of Fictional text and poetry c. Make, confirm, and revise predictions h. identify the problem and solution i. Identify the main idea (summarize) j. Identify supporting details m. Read with fluency and accuracy (rate)
3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. c. Preview and use text features
Dogzilla
Fantasy
pp. 109-126
Whose Land Is It?
Informational Text
pp. 128-130
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Prefixes
Brainpopjr Video
Dogzilla, read by
kids on Youtube -
Cute!
Week 4
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 8 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Write to Persuade: Persuasive Essay) 3.8 The student will write legibly in cursive 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. a. Identify the intended audience b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (subject verb agreement) c. Use the word I in compound subjects d. Use past and present verb tense (irregular verbs) f. Use commas in a simple series j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Write and Revise United Streaming
Irregular Verbs Jeopardy
Commas in a
series Brainpopjr Video
Week 4
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 9 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Explanation Paragraph
Resources Assessments Time
Frame Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading
b. Decode regular multisyllabic words (compound words) 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. e. Discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts g. Use word reference resources including the glossary, dictionary, and thesaurus
3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. b. Make, confirm, and revise predictions d. Compare and contrast settings, characters, and events e. Identify the author’s purpose g. Draw conclusions about text l. Differentiate between fiction and nonfiction 3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate Comprehension of nonfiction texts c. Preview and use text features e. Draw conclusions based on text g. Identify the main idea h. Identify supporting details j. Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process l. Read with fluency and accuracy (phrasing) k. Identify new information gained from reading
Life on the Ice
Informational Text
pp. 141-156
The Raven: An Innuit Myth
Myth
pp. 158-160
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Main Idea Brainpopjr Video
Making Inferences
Main Idea Reading Skills
Rocket
Week 5
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 10 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Write to Persuade: Persuasive Essay ) 3.8 The student will write legibly in cursive 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea f. Include details that elaborate on the main idea. g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences d. Use past and present verb tense h. Use apostrophes in contractions with pronouns and in possessives j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Contractions Games
Week 5
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 11 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.1 The student will use effective communication skills in group activities. b. Ask and respond to questions from teachers and other group members 3.3 The student will apply word-analysis skills when reading. b. Decode regular multisyllabic words (words with –ed, -ing ending; review – compound words) 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms (prefix non-; endings –ed, -ing) d. Use context to clarify meaning of unfamiliar words e. Discuss meanings of words and develop vocabulary by listening and reading a variety of texts 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry c. Make, confirm, or revise predictions d. Compare and contrast characters, settings, and events f. Ask and answer questions about what is read h. Identify the problem and solution m. read fluently and accurately (intonation)
Two Bad Ants Fantasy
pp. 175-190
Poems About Bugs Poetry
pp. 192-194
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled R Readers
Teacher's Guide for Two Bad Ants
Unit 5 Activities Week 6
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 12 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Write to Express: Narrative Paragraph) 3.8 The student will write legibly in cursive 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies d. Write a paragraph on the same topic. e. Use strategies for organization and elaboration according to the type of writing. g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (possessive pronouns, adjectives) d. Use past and present verb tense (-ed, ing ending) e. Use singular possessives h. Use apostrophes in contractions with pronouns and in in possessives j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals
Possessive Nouns Video Brainpopjr
Possessive Pronouns Quiz Verb Quiz Quia
Week 6
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 13 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Explanation Paragraph
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.1 The student will use effective communication skills in group activities. c. Explain what has been learned 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms (prefixes in- and im-) c. apply meaning clues, language structure, and phonetic strategies (cause and effect) f. Use vocabulary from other content areas (science) 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a fictional text and poetry
d. Compare and contrast characters, settings, and events e. Identify author’s purpose l. Differentiate between fiction and nonfiction
3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts. a. Identify the author’s purpose b. Use prior and background knowledge as context for new learning d. Ask and answer questions about what is read e. Draw conclusions based on text h. Identify supporting details l. Read with fluency and accuracy (phrasing)
The Journey: Stories of Migration
Informational text
pp. 205-220
The Grasshopper and the Ant
Fable
pp. 222-224
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Humpback Whale Migration United
Streaming
Brainpopjr migration
The Grasshopper and the Ant and
other Aesop's Fables
Week 7
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 14 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Writing (Descriptive Paragraph) 3.8 The student will write legibly in cursive 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea d. Write a paragraph on the same topic g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences (proper nouns, using less common plurals, adjectives review) e. Use singular possessives h. Use apostrophes in contractions with pronouns i. Use the articles a, an, and the correctly j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals (spelling changes –s, -es, -ed, -ing, change y to i))
Plural Tic Tac Toe
Plural Nouns s and es practice
Week 7
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 15 Teacher Direct
GRADING PERIOD: 3rd Nine Weeks This nine weeks focus writing: Explanation Paragraph
SOL / Enabling Objectives
Resources Assessments Time
Frame
Text Activities Technology
Reading 3.4 The student will expand vocabulary when reading. b. Use knowledge of roots, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms (suffixes –ful, -y, -ous, -ly, -er, -est) f. Use vocabulary from other content areas (social studies) 3.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional text and poetry. a. Set a purpose for reading c. Make, confirm, or revise predictions g. Draw conclusions about what is read i. Identify the main idea j. Identify supporting details (sequencing) m. Read with fluency and accuracy (rate) 3.6 The student will continue to read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts
b. Preview and use text features. c. Draw conclusions based on text.
3.7 The student will demonstrate comprehension of information from a variety of print and electronic resources a. Use encyclopedias and other reference books, including online reference resources b. Use table of contents, indices, and charts (timeline)
The Journey of Oliver K.
Woodman
Fantasy
pp. 235-266
Moving the U.S. Mail
Readers’ Theater
pp. 258-260
Harcourt Leveled Readers
Benchmark Leveled Readers
Sequencing
Practice
Sequencing Activities
Week
8
Week
Third Grade English Pacing Guide Lynchburg City Schools 2013-2014 DRAFT
K-5 Curriculum Framework New Grade 3 SOL Grade 3 Blueprint Grade 3 Practice Items 16 Teacher Direct
Writing (Dialogue) 3.8 The student will write legibly in cursive 3.9 The student will write for a variety of purposes. b. Use a variety of prewriting strategies c. Write a clear topic sentence focusing on the main idea d. Write a paragraph on the same topic e. Use strategies for organization of information and elaboration according to the type of writing g. Revise writing for clarity of content using specific vocabulary and information 3.10 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling. a. Use complete sentences d. Use past and present verb tense ( the verb be) g. Use simple abbreviations j. Use correct spelling for frequently used sight words, including irregular plurals (spelling changes –s, -es, -ed, -ing) 3.12 The student will use available technology for reading and writing.