Skills center on the ability to complete different types of sentences and designate the proper usage of nouns, pronouns, and verbs in those sentences. Students also learn about different types of writing, such as fairy tales, folk tales, fables, legends and myths. Includes legends of David and Goliath, and Zeus and Prometheus. They will be introduced to the media and differences in facts and opinions as well as differing points of view. Homophones, homographs and compound words are the spelling focus. They will also master beginning research, writing and speaking skills.
Starline Press English 3rd Grade Set
Description
Third grade English students gain the ability to complete different types of sentences and designate the proper usage of nouns, pronouns and verbs in those sentences. Students learn types of writing, such as fairy tales, folk tales, fables, legends and myths.
Third grade students master beginning research, writing and speaking.
Starline Press English is a straightforward, independent-learning language arts curriculum designed for grades 3–12. This program allows students to work through consumable worktexts with minimal parent involvement, making it an excellent choice for busy homeschool families and students who prefer self-paced learning.
Each grade level features short, 24-60 page magazine-sized
units that students can typically complete in about 3 weeks. The curriculum
provides systematic, scaffolded instruction that builds skills year after year,
with full-color illustrations and a clean, user-friendly layout.
Curriculum Highlights:
- Strong coverage of grammar, usage, mechanics, and later sentence diagramming beginning in 7th grade
- Spelling rules and lists, vocabulary development, and dictionary skills
- Literature studies and literary analysis (beginning in 5th grade)
- Progressive writing instruction including the writing process, different forms of writing, and research skills
- Public speaking, media presentations, and practical communication skills (personal, business, and electronic)
- History of the English language (starting in 10th grade)
Program Components:
- Consumable softcover worktext units (12 units for grades 3–8 and 10 units for grades 9–11)
- Creative Writing and Speech sets for 12th grade
- Answer keys and test keys included in Complete Sets
- Full-color illustrations and clear, independent-friendly format
Starline Press English is a solid option for families seeking an affordable, independent language arts curriculum that emphasizes mastery of grammar, writing, and communication skills with built-in review and testing. Its self-directed format works particularly well for older students and homeschoolers who want structured learning with less hands-on teaching time.
| Product Format: | Softcover Book Set |
|---|---|
| Grade: | 3 |
| Brand: | Starline Press |
| Length in Inches: | 11 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 3 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 4.0125 |
