This student reader provides 16 fiction and nonfiction readings that include poetry and Scripture. Selections honor heroes of various types, with themes of courage, compassion, dependability, diligence, faith, family, God’s provision, helpfulness, imagination, loyalty, obedience, patriotism, perseverance, safety, service, teamwork, trusting God, and wisdom. Includes readings about Paul Revere and missionary Gladys Aylward. Three dig deeper activities study climax, biography, and review skills. This is Book 3g (7th reader) in the Abeka Grade 3 reading program. You will find answers to the comprehension questions in the Reading 3 Answer Key with Literary Development and Enrichment Activities. This is the Homeschool Teacher Resource. 138 pgs, pb. ~ Ruth
Heroes and Helpers
Description
Introduce your 3rd graders to both modern and historical heroes and community helpers such as soldiers, construction workers, librarians, postmen, and missionaries in Heroes and Helpers. This reader, complete with 19 stories and 7 poems, will thrill your child with exciting stories such as C.W. Anderson ‘s “Blaze and the Mountain Lion,” E.B. White’s “In the Drain” from Stuart Little, and Robert Louis Stevenson’s “The Land of Story Books.” Your child will also enjoy learning about a myriad of famous people including Gladys Aylward, Glenn Cunningham, Lydia Darrah, Cincinnatus, and Paul Revere. “Dig Deeper” sections challenge your student’s ability to recognize literary concepts such as setting, symbolism, climax, while “Words to Watch For,” “Think About It,” and “What Do You Think?” sections develop his thinking skills and help him to apply the truths he has learned to real-life situations. Grade 3.
This level continues with the incremental progression that was evident within the Abeka® Grade 2 reading program. Each reader in Grade 3 is designed with specific goals and builds upon the next. Silent reading will be introduced and practiced. Three of the readers are complete narratives, introducing students to continuing stories and chapter books. Books progress in order: From Shore to Shore; My New Song (full narrative); Through the Seasons; Among the Animals; Pilgrim Boy (full narrative); Treats and Treasures; Heroes and Helpers; Secret in the Maple Tree; On the Bright Side; The Swiss Family Robinson (full narrative); Pilgrim's Progress: Christian's Journey (full narrative). You’ll find answers to the comprehension questions in the Reading 3 Answer Key with Literary Development and Enrichment Activities for all-in-one teacher guidance. See the Language Arts 3 Curriculum Homeschool Lesson Plans for additional guidance concerning the reading program.
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grade: | 3 |
| Brand: | A Beka Book |
| Length in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.25 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.4 |