The Parent's Guide to Third Grade

Third Grade
How does a third grader think? What happens this year in the classroom? You've got questions, we've got answers! Whether you're interested in learning about developmental milestones, or want fun activities to do with your child after school, start with our third grade guide.

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Tip 23: Have your kids picked up a pen since summer started? Brush up on writing skills with a few fun activities. Try this sentence scramble game: Have your child write words on small slips of paper, and place them in a bag. Take turns drawing them until you have enough to make a whole sentence. Instant writing practice!  

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