Mrs. Gentile, Mrs. Votapek,  and
Ms. D'Amario

Here is an overview of our school year....

Mathematics:

Third Grade Math is fun, but we have to practice, practice, and practice! During the year we learn about addition and subtraction to the thousands, interpreting data, multiplication, division, fractions, time,measurement, and geometry. 

Language Arts: 

We cover the following topics in our Reading Units of Study: Building a Reading Life,  Mystery Books, Reading to Learn, Character Studies, and Research Clubs. Students will read a variety of literature throughout the year. We cover the following topics in our Writing Units of Study: Crafting True Stories, Information Writing, Opinion Writing, and Fairy Tales. Students will be able to experiment with a variety of writing styles this year.    

Science: 

 
The third grade Science curriculum at Littleton is focused particularly on Engineering, Earth and Space, Physical Science, and Life Science. Students will be able to participate in science labs and a variety of hands on activities throughout the year. 

Social Studies: 

In Social Studies, we focus on several different areas. These include studying government, citizenship, Early American people, and an emphasis on map and globe skills with particular attention to directions and the ability to locate specific places. We also focus on learning about the history, land forms, and counties in New Jersey. In addition we explore rural, urban, and suburban communities in depth.

Health: 

We also have a comprehensive Health curriculum in third grade.  We learn about the three parts of Health:  Family/social, emotional, and physical; Our Body Systems; and Dental Health.

 SCHOOL SUPPLIES 

Mrs. Gentile:
 Headphones/earbuds. (Dollar Store brand OK)

 2 one-subject spiral notebooks

 1 three-subject spiral notebook 

 2 sturdy 2-pocket folders (any color or design)

2 packages Post-it notes (3X3)

1 pair of scissors

2 sandwich size Ziploc bags (labeled with name)

2 gallon size Ziploc bags (labeled with name)

                                                                                                                                   

Mrs. Votapek:
 1 pair of Wired Headphones

 1 Soft Pencil Case (Please no pencil boxes)

 1 Black Sharpie Marker

 6 Composition Notebooks

2 Package of Post-it Notes (3x3)

 2 Sturdy 2-Pocket Folders

  1 Roll of Absorbent Paper Towels (Last Names A-D)

 1 Box of Soft Kleenex Tissues  (Last Name E-I) 

 1 Box of Quart Sized Ziploc Bags (Last Names J-M)

 1 Box of Gallon Sized Ziploc Bags (Last Names N-R)

 1 Package Baby Wipes (Last Names S-Z)

Ms. D'Amario:
 Headphones (Dollar Store brand OK)

 2  marble composition notebooks

 One 2-subject spiral notebook

 1 sturdy 2-pocket folder

 1 four-pack skinny expo markers

2 packages of post-it notes (3x3)

1 soft pencil pouch

There are always some special projects going on during the year, so be on the lookout for more information as the year continues.