2026-2027 School Year
3rd Grade Geography SPT
Course Description
Geography for 3rd grade will focus on an in-depth study of the 50 states of America using Notgrass Our 50 States. Students will learn geographic terms in relation to the topography of each state, all while practicing map skills. The curriculum includes two lessons per state, which includes facts about the history, physical features, population, and hands-on activities. Notgrass literature selections will also add to the depth of this comprehensive geography curriculum. Textbooks for the two day model do not need to be purchased for home use unless a parent wants their own copy at home.
Homework will be 1 day per week. See the chart below for homework examples.
To be successful in this class:
Listen and participate in class; complete assigned work on time; and follow instructions.
Grades: 3rd Grade
Course Tuition and Enrollment Fees can be found HERE. If applicable, see below for additional course fees (supply, lab, textbook, etc.)
Additional Course Fees: $3 supply fee for a binder, pre-labeled dividers, and map packet is included in this course.
Prerequisites:
Must be 8 by September 1st
Sections Offered: 3rd Blue Jays 3rd Red Cardinals 3rd/4th Yellow Canaries
Required Materials
Textbooks:
- Recommended Literature- the following list of books will be read during the corresponding units. You may choose to purchase these books anywhere or check them out from the library when you need them:
- The Adventures of Paddy the Beaver by Thornton Burgess
- The Cabin Faced West by Jean Fritz
- Soft Rain by Cornelia Cornelissen
- The Story of George Washington Carver by Eva Moore
Other Materials:
Each class has a supply list of required materials parents must purchase and send to class with their student. Find your student’s supply list by looking below for your student’s teacher and class section.
Homework Table Examples:
The following table is just an example meant to help you understand in class and homework assignments. The assignments listed below are a general representation and not from a specific teacher.
| Concepts | Tuesday at UHC | Day 1 HW | Thursday at UHC | Day 2 HW |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exploring the 50 States:The South-Unit 9 | North Carolina- taught from Lesson 33-34 in textbook; Hands-on activities and videos about North Carolina | Begin reading literature book for this unit: Soft Rain. You will have 5 weeks to read this chapter book.
Listen to the song to review states and capitals. |
South Carolina- taught from Lesson 35-36 in textbook; Hands-on activities and videos about South Carolina | No Homework |
3rd Blue Jays
Meet Kristen Crispen
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education K-6th from Florida Southwestern College
Experience: Kristen has taught 4th grade and resource in Florida between 2012- 2017.
Homeschool Experience: She began homeschooling her children in 2019.
Certifications: Reading Endorsement, ESOL Endorsement
UHC Courses Taught: 3rd Grade Geography
Began teaching at UHC in 2023.
3rd Red Cardinals
Meet Kristen Crispen
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education K-6th from Florida Southwestern College
Experience: Kristen has taught 4th grade and resource in Florida between 2012- 2017.
Homeschool Experience: She began homeschooling her children in 2019.
Certifications: Reading Endorsement, ESOL Endorsement
UHC Courses Taught: 3rd Grade Geography
Began teaching at UHC in 2023.
3rd/4th Yellow Canaries
Meet Kristen Crispen
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education K-6th from Florida Southwestern College
Experience: Kristen has taught 4th grade and resource in Florida between 2012- 2017.
Homeschool Experience: She began homeschooling her children in 2019.
Certifications: Reading Endorsement, ESOL Endorsement
UHC Courses Taught: 3rd Grade Geography
Began teaching at UHC in 2023.