Grade 3 Science — Canadian Curriculum Guide
Grade 3 Science covers plant life cycles, forces and movement, strong and stable structures, and soils and the sky.
Curriculum Units — Grade 3 Science
Strand B: Life Systems
Lessons:
- Plant Needs and Life Cycles
Key topics: Roots, stems, leaves, Seed germination, Pollination
Strand C: Matter and Energy
Lessons:
- Forces and Movement
Key topics: Pushes and pulls, Friction, Magnets
Strand D: Structures
Lessons:
- Strong and Stable Structures
Key topics: Triangulation, Materials and strength
Strand E: Earth and Space
Lessons:
- Soils and the Sky
Key topics: Soil types, Cloud types, Moon phases
What Your Child Will Learn in Grade 3 Science
- Describe plant parts and functions
- Investigate forces (pushes and pulls)
- Explore what makes structures stable
- Examine soil properties
- Observe moon phases
Parent Tips for Grade 3 Science
- Start a garden together
- Build towers from cardboard and tape
- Observe the moon each night
Frequently Asked Questions
What science topics are taught in Grade 3 in Canada?
Plant life cycles, forces and movement, strong and stable structures, and soils and the sky.
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