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Grade levels are intended to offer a broad overview and some guidance for those that find this approach helpful. You’ll find certain subjects covered multiple times, along with a few recurring links. Feel free to delve into areas that both you and your child find most suitable and engaging.
As with all online content, it’s important to supervise the materials linked to this site to ensure they align with your family values and educational approach.
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Arts & Crafts
Financial Literacy
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Arts & Crafts
Unleash creativity and explore a world of artistic possibilities with our dedicated Arts and Crafts page.
- The History of Art
- Elements of Art
- Art Movements
- Color Theory
- Drawing Techniques
- Watercolor Basics
- Flipbook Tutorials
- Crafts
Click Here to Visit the Arts & Crafts Page
Financial Literacy
Initiating the financial knowledge and skills to make well-informed decisions to accomplish financial objectives is a step that can be taken at any age. Here, we have compiled resources specifically tailored for those who wish to begin their financial education early in life.
- What is Money?
- Methods of Payment
- Banks
- Checking & Savings Account
- Wants & Needs
- Budgeting & Saving
- Interest
- Inflation
- Equity
- Loans
- Car Shopping 101
- Applying for Scholarships
- Pay Stubs
- Taxes
- Calculating Taxes, Tips, & Discounts
- Shop Smarter – Unit Price Calculations
- Understand Gross & Net Income
- Reading Financial Statements
Click Here to Visit the Financial Literacy Page
Language Arts
Explore the tools and skills necessary for children to become confident readers, writers, and communicators as they progress through their educational journey.
- Vowels
- Syllables
- Blending Sounds
- Diphthongs
- Text Features
- Main Idea
- Topic
- Author’s Purpose
- Theme
- Opinion Writing
- Sensory Details
- Figurative Language
- Inference
- Story Elements
- Sequence
- Poems
- Editing & Revising
- Adjectives
- Verb Types
- Nouns
- Pronouns
- Articles
- Linking Words
- Contractions
- Preposition
- Conjunction
- Punctuation
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Homophones
- Compound Words
- Prefixes & Suffixes
- Context Clues
- Alphabetical Order
- Sentences
- Capitalization
- Abbreviations
- Formatting
Click Here to Visit the Third Grade Language Arts Page
Math
Here you’ll find the foundations for a lifetime of mathematical learning and problem-solving skills.
- Place Value
- Skip Counting
- Multiple-Digit Addition & Subtraction
- Multiplication
- Division
- Fractions
- Fractions on a Number Line
- Data & Graphs
- Measurement
- Elapsed Time
- Calendar
- Estimating & Rounding
- Money
- Area & Perimeter
- Lines & Angles
- Quadrilaterals
Click Here to Visit the Third Grade Math Page
Science
Explore an introduction to the world of natural phenomena and discovery. Designed to encourage curiosity and build a foundational understanding of the world around them.
- Materials
- States of Matter
- Heat & Thermal Energy
- Physical and chemical change
- Mixtures
- Force and motion
- Electricity
- Magnets
- Properties of Metal
- Classifications
- Biomes
- Ecosystems
- Animals
- Plants
- Traits
- Adaptations
- Heredity
- Scientific Method
Click Here to Visit the Third Grade Science Page
Social Studies
Gain a deeper appreciation of the complexities throughout societies past and present.
- The 50 States
- Time Zones
- Continents
- Types of Government
- Voting
- The Constitution
- Bill of Rights
- Articles
- Amendments
- Checks & Balances
- Famous Landmarks
- American Flag
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Needs vs Wants
- Scarcity
- Goods & Services
- Producers & Consumers
- Natural Resources
- Supply vs Demand
Click Here to Visit the Third Grade Social Studies Page
Empowering Young Minds
Children at this age are eager to explore new ideas, deepen their understanding, and develop essential skills across various subject areas.
Differentiate Instruction to Meet Individual Needs:
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- Differentiate instruction to accommodate varying levels of readiness and learning preferences.
- Offer a variety of learning activities, materials, and resources that cater to different interests.
- Empower kids to take ownership of their learning by offering choices and opportunities for self-directed inquiry, exploration, and creativity.
Emphasize Hands-On Learning Experiences:
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- Some children learn best through active engagement and hands-on experiences. Incorporate manipulatives, experiments, simulations, and real-world examples to make learning meaningful and memorable. Check out our “Favorite Products” section for ideas on where to start.
- Use technology as a tool to enhance learning, allowing kids to explore interactive simulations, multimedia resources, and educational apps such as those recommended below, to reinforce key concepts and skills.
Foster Literacy Development:
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- Develop students’ literacy skills through a balanced approach that includes reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities.
- Encourage independent reading.
- Teach explicit reading strategies, such as summarizing, making predictions, asking questions, and making connections, to support deeper understanding and critical thinking.
- Inspire a love of writing and creative expression through writing workshops, journaling, and storytelling.
Strengthen Numeracy Skills:
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- Build upon their mathematical foundation by focusing on key concepts such as multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, geometry, measurement, and data analysis.
- Use manipulatives, visual models, and hands-on activities to help children develop conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills in math.
- Encourage mathematical discourse and reasoning by facilitating discussions, explaining reasoning processes, and exploring multiple strategies for solving problems. We like to incorporate the “What’s the Point of Math?” book into our math lessons to grasp the history and reasoning behind the subject. It helps break the monotony of constant calculations. The book is linked under our “Favorite Products” section.
Promote Social-Emotional Learning:
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- Support their social-emotional development by teaching important skills such as self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
- Create a supportive and nurturing environment where children feel comfortable expressing their feelings, sharing their thoughts, and building positive relationships with those around them.
- Teach conflict resolution strategies, communication skills, and empathy-building exercises to help children navigate interpersonal challenges and develop healthy relationships.
- Incorporate mindfulness activities, relaxation techniques, and stress-management strategies to help kids manage emotions, reduce anxiety, and cultivate a sense of well-being. We have added videos for different age groups to help start your mindfulness journey. Around this age, we incorporated a daily journal where our children can write about their day, feelings, or simply follow a prompt. Some of our recommendations are linked under our “Favorite Products” section.
Teaching third graders requires dedication, creativity, and a deep understanding of child development. By implementing these strategies, you can empower their students to become confident, curious, and lifelong learners.
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Printable Worksheets
Explore a wide range of engaging worksheets to accompany recommended educational content. All of which are easily accessible and ready to be downloaded at your convenience.
Explore the 50 States
View a compiled list of resources and suggestions to help you explore the many educational opportunities available across the US.
- Facts About Each State
- Junior Ranger Program
- Time Zones
- Field Trip Ideas (Coming Soon)
Holidays Across the Globe
Learn about celebrations that take place across the world and gain a deeper appreciation for the global tapestry of cultures. Each holiday is accompanied by an exciting craft project or recipe for the whole family to take part in.
- Holidays for Every Month
- Cultures & Traditions
- Crafts
Amazon Favorites
Here you’ll find a handpicked selection of items from a variety of different categories. We are committed to providing you with honest and insightful recommendations that you can rely on.
- Board Games
- Toys
- Books
- Workbooks
- Art Supplies
Healthy Living
Empower the youth by providing them with the knowledge and skills needed to make healthy choices throughout their lives.
- Anatomy
- How to Read a Nutrition Label
- Making Healthy Choices
- My Plate
Anton
A comprehensive curriculum covering a wide range of subjects. Designed for grade levels Pre-K-8.
Brain Pop
Contains movies and activities for a variety of subjects. Suitable for grades 3-8
Freckle
Contains math, ELA, Science and Social Studies lessons. Math is designed for grades K-9 & ELA is geared towards grades K-8.
SplashLearn
Learn math and reading via games. Designed for grade levels Pre-K-5.
Adventure Academy
Help boost key skills and abilities across many subjects, including math, language arts, reading, science, social studies, and more. Suitable for Elementary though Middle School.
Khan Academy Kids
The application offers an extensive array of educational materials designed for children aged 2-8 years.
Starfall
Practice reading, math, music, and more via fun activities, games, and songs. For grade levels preschool through third grade.
PBS Kids
Contains 240+ FREE curriculum-based games for kids ages 2-8
ABC Ya
Contains 250+ educational games and activities for grade levels K-5.
Balloon Pop Kids
Learn numbers, letters, shapes, animal names, colors, and more.
Writing Wizard
Learn the art of tracing letters, numbers, and words.
Alphablocks World
Learn phonics with the alphabet. Suitable for ages 3 and up.
Endless Alphabet
Learn ABC’s and build vocabulary with the adorable monsters in Endless Alphabet.
Endless Reader
This app introduces “sight words”, the most commonly used words in school, library, and children’s books.
Sight Words Reading ABC
Prepare your kids for reading success with 220 sight words from the popular Dolch list and an extra 94 nouns.
Wonster Words
In addition to learning the alphabet, phonics, and spelling, you could also help your child practice their spelling list via their custom spelling list feature.
Teach your Monster to Read
Helps promote literacy by matching letters and sounds. Kids design their monster and improve their reading skills as they progress through the levels. Suitable for ages 3-6.
Epic
The world’s largest digital library for kids. Enjoy instant access to 40,000+ books, audiobooks, learning videos, and more.
Endless Numbers
Kids will have a blast learning number recognition, sequences, quantity, numerical patterns, and simple addition with the adorable Endless monsters.
Gogo Math
Improve math skills and complete missions to earn awards that help raise their own kitten. Suitable for grades K-5
Numberblocks World
Learn number skills via numeracy games and regular quizzes. Suitable for ages 3 and up.
MathTango
Learn addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division through fun puzzles and lessons. Designed for kids aged 5-10.
Boddle
Contains a collection of over 20,000 math questions and lesson videos geared towards grade levels K-6
Prodigy
An adaptive game, with aligned standards for both English and Math. Math is designed for grades 1-8 & English is geared towards grades 1-6.
Endless Spanish
With the help of the adorable Endless monsters, kids will have fun learning frequently used Spanish words, including their context and usage.
FabuLingua
Learn Spanish via game design and beautiful interactive children’s stories.
Duolingo
Learn multiple languages at your own pace.
Mango Languages
Learn over 70 languages. Geared towards ages 9 and up.
ASL Bloom
Learn American Sign Language anywhere and at any time in a fun and effective way.
Seterra Geography
Learn world geography, flags, landforms, and more. Suitable for ages 8 and up.
Stack the States
Learn US geography via an interactive map. Suitable for ages 9-11
Stack the States
Learn US geography via an interactive map. Suitable for ages 9-11
Star Walk Kids
Learn the basics of Astronomy in a fun and unusual way. For ages 4 and up.
Brickit
This app helps to build new creations from the bricks you already have with just a picture.
Lightgliders
Bible based activities suitable for ages 6-12
Anton
A comprehensive curriculum covering a wide range of subjects. Designed for grade levels Pre-K-8.
Brain Pop
Contains movies and activities for a variety of subjects. Suitable for grades 3-8
Freckle
Contains math, ELA, Science and Social Studies lessons. Math is designed for grades K-9 & ELA is geared towards grades K-8.
SplashLearn
Learn math and reading via games. Designed for grade levels Pre-K-5.
Adventure Academy
Help boost key skills and abilities across many subjects, including math, language arts, reading, science, social studies, and more. Suitable for Elementary though Middle School.
Khan Academy Kids
The application offers an extensive array of educational materials designed for children aged 2-8 years.
Starfall
Practice reading, math, music, and more via fun activities, games, and songs. For grade levels preschool through third grade.
PBS Kids
Contains 240+ FREE curriculum-based games for kids ages 2-8
ABC Ya
Contains 250+ educational games and activities for grade levels K-5.
Balloon Pop Kids
Learn numbers, letters, shapes, animal names, colors, and more.
Writing Wizard
Learn the art of tracing letters, numbers, and words.
Alphablocks World
Learn phonics with the alphabet. Suitable for ages 3 and up.
Endless Alphabet
Learn ABC’s and build vocabulary with the adorable monsters in Endless Alphabet.
Endless Reader
This app introduces “sight words”, the most commonly used words in school, library, and children’s books.
Sight Words Reading ABC
Prepare your kids for reading success with 220 sight words from the popular Dolch list and an extra 94 nouns.
Wonster Words
In addition to learning the alphabet, phonics, and spelling, you could also help your child practice their spelling list via their custom spelling list feature.
Teach your Monster to Read
Helps promote literacy by matching letters and sounds. Kids design their monster and improve their reading skills as they progress through the levels. Suitable for ages 3-6.
Epic
The world’s largest digital library for kids. Enjoy instant access to 40,000+ books, audiobooks, learning videos, and more.
Endless Numbers
Kids will have a blast learning number recognition, sequences, quantity, numerical patterns, and simple addition with the adorable Endless monsters.
Gogo Math
Improve math skills and complete missions to earn awards that help raise their own kitten. Suitable for grades K-5
Numberblocks World
Learn number skills via numeracy games and regular quizzes. Suitable for ages 3 and up.
MathTango
Learn addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division through fun puzzles and lessons. Designed for kids aged 5-10.
Boddle
Contains a collection of over 20,000 math questions and lesson videos geared towards grade levels K-6
Prodigy
An adaptive game, with aligned standards for both English and Math. Math is designed for grades 1-8 & English is geared towards grades 1-6.
Endless Spanish
With the help of the adorable Endless monsters, kids will have fun learning frequently used Spanish words, including their context and usage.
FabuLingua
Learn Spanish via game design and beautiful interactive children’s stories.
Duolingo
Learn multiple languages at your own pace.
Mango Languages
Learn over 70 languages. Geared towards ages 9 and up.
ASL Bloom
Learn American Sign Language anywhere and at any time in a fun and effective way.
Seterra Geography
Learn world geography, flags, landforms, and more. Suitable for ages 8 and up.
Stack the States
Learn US geography via an interactive map. Suitable for ages 9-11
Stack the States
Learn US geography via an interactive map. Suitable for ages 9-11
Star Walk Kids
Learn the basics of Astronomy in a fun and unusual way. For ages 4 and up.
Brickit
This app helps to build new creations from the bricks you already have with just a picture.
Lightgliders
Bible based activities suitable for ages 6-12
More Content Coming Soon
At Brainy and Nimble, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive educational resources. Additional grade levels and enriching content are in the pipeline. Stay tuned for our upcoming additions as we continue to expand our offerings and support learners at every stage of their educational journey.
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