Third grade and fourth grade
At Manheim Christian Day School, our Intermediate students continue to build on the firm foundation of literacy and mathematical concepts established in primary grades. Additionally, our literature and history programs complement one another to provide cohesion with academic and practical applications. Our math programs include mental math, daily reviews, and the use of manipulatives for problem-solving and concept exploration. Literature units include emphasis on reading, spelling and grammar. Students will learn US history and science with Biblical insights and principles woven into the curriculum and encouraged through daily devotions, and prayer.
Primary
Intermediate
Middle School
Third Grade
Fourth Grade
Specials
Afternoon Club
THIRD GRADE
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Curriculum:
BIBLE
Heroes of Faith: Servants of God (Journeys With God)- emphasis on Biblical accounts of Old & New Testament (Joshua, Judges, Samuel, David, Kings & Queens, Jesus & the Disciples, Stephen, and Saul/Paul), Bible memory, activities, discussion, and Biblical worldview application
Hero Tales Volumes 1-3 - emphasis on specific Christian leader biographies, Bible memory, discussion, and Biblical worldview application
Weekly chapel with 4th grade
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LANGUAGE ARTS
Wonders (McGraw Hill)
Emphasis on application of third grade reading comprehension, vocabulary, and phonics skills through various genres of literature in both anthology texts and leveled small group texts
Creative writing projects and application of the writing process (brainstorming, drafting, peer editing, revising, editing, and publishing)
Weekly grammar skills and spelling based on phonics pattern
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MATH
My Math (McGraw Hill)
Emphasis on multiplication
Review of place value and addition and subtraction using regrouping (up to four digits)
Introduction to basic division, properties and equations, fractions, measurement, interpreting data, area & perimeter, and geometry
Leveled math groups for skills and math fact fluency using Reflex Math (+, -, x, ÷)
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SCIENCE
Inspire Science (McGraw Hill)
Emphasis on Forces Around Us, Life Cycles and Traits, Different Environments, and Weather
Experiments and activities for enhanced learning
Project based learning and assessments for each unit
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SOCIAL STUDIES
Communities (Scott Foresman)
Emphasis on communities and their people, location, history, work, and government
Comparison of climates, cultures, and economics of specific communities
Project based learning and assessments for each chapter
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Me Ball writing project
Embryology – hatching chicks
Making race cars
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Special Projects and Events:
‘Antiques Road Show’
STEM experiments & activities
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Me Ball writing project
Embryology – hatching chicks
Making race cars
‘Antiques Road Show’
STEM experiments & activities
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Landis Valley Farm Museum/Ephrata Cloister
Lancaster County Parks - maple sugaring demonstration
Kreider Farms
The National Christmas Center
Typical Field Trips:
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THIRD Grade:
Hannah McBeth
3rd Grade Teacher
Anah Martin
Intermediate Aide
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FOURTH GRADE
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LANGUAGE ARTS
Wonders (McGraw Hill)
Emphasis – comprehension, vocabulary, fluency
Includes – spelling, grammar, writing and handwriting
Teaching style – small reading groups based on ability
Writing focuses on essay writing: narrative fiction, personal narrative, informational, and opinion
Curriculum:
Fourth Grade:
Kerri Kinter
4th Grade Teacher
MATH
My Math (McGraw Hill)
Emphasis – multiplication, division, algebra, geometry, fractions and measurement
ReflexMath – computer website that drills basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division facts
Get More Math – computer website for math concept practice
Frax - computer website for fraction practice
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SCIENCE
Interactive Science (Pearson Education, Inc.)
Emphasis – Ecosystems, Earth’s Resources, Matter, Energy/Heat, Electricity
Includes multiple hands-on experiments with each chapter
STEM – activities focusing on solar power
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SOCIAL STUDIES
Exploring Pennsylvania (Penns Valley Publishers)
Emphasis on Pennsylvania History
Includes – Native American studies, Explorers in PA, Declaring Independence
BIBLE
Followers of God (Journeys with God) - emphasis on the miracles of Jesus, parables, early kings, proclamations about the Messiah and His birth, discipleship, Who is Jesus?
The Torchlighters: Heroes of the Faith - highlights stories of true-life heroes from Christian history
Bible Memory and Bible skits
Weekly chapel with 3rd grade
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History Fair – Dress up and present an important person from Pennsylvania history
Science – Dissect owl pellets
Revolutionary War Reenactors visit class to discuss life as a soldier and camp follower
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Special Projects and Events:
History Fair – Dress up and present an important person from Pennsylvania history
Science – Dissect owl pellets
Revolutionary War Reenactors visit class to discuss life as a soldier and camp follower
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Oregon Dairy tour and corn maze
Blessings of Hope service project
Typical Field Trips:
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Anah Martin
Intermediate Aide
