3rd Grade Common Prefixes (pre-, Re-, Mis-) Passages

Focuses on enhancing third graders' comprehension by enabling them to logically reorder sentences and interpret word meanings within a story. Promotes narrative understanding and critical thinking skills development.

Investigate the intriguing realm of ducks, with a focus on their predators and the variety of species within this avian group. Enhance understanding of animal interactions within ecosystems and identify characteristics that define different duck species. Develop knowledge of ecological dynamics and species-specific adaptations.

Examine how inventions address everyday challenges, exploring historical innovations such as the telephone alongside contemporary developments like smartphones and energy-efficient appliances. Learners will deepen their understanding of the purposes of inventions, cultivate analytical thinking about the effects of technology, and encourage innovative thinking in problem-solving and envisioning future advancements.

Investigate the history and traditions of Valentine's Day by examining its roots in the Roman festival of Lupercalia and the development of gift-giving customs. Learners will explore the global expansion of cultural expressions of love and gain insights into the historical importance and contemporary celebrations of Valentine's Day.

Examine the classic myth of Callisto's transformation into a constellation and its role in explaining celestial phenomena. Enhance comprehension skills and mythological analysis to understand how myths offer explanations for natural observations.