The 3rd grade social studies curriculum broadens students’ understanding of the world by introducing them to different cultures and teaching them to evaluate various cultural viewpoints from a biblical worldview.

What is taught in the 3rd grade social studies curriculum?

The Heritage Studies 3 curriculum teaches world cultures from a biblical worldview to help students understand what it means to be responsible citizens. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to

• demonstrate social studies skills and a foundational understanding of government, civics, geography, climate, economics, culture, and religion;
• evaluate cultural ideas and practices from a biblical worldview;
• propose solutions to economic, political, social, and environmental problems; and
• understand the value of freedom, equality, and individual responsibility.

Heritage Studies 3 Features

• Explores the eight world regions to introduce students to world cultures
• Includes 90 lessons for a full semester of learning
• Explores biblical worldview themes to help students understand and evaluate their world
• Uses primary and secondary sources to enhance learning
• Provides opportunities to practice geographical literacy and visual analysis
• Incorporates technology into learning

3rd Grade Social Studies Topics

This 3rd grade social studies course introduces students to the eight world regions and explores the following topics:

• government
• geography
• climate
• economics
• culture
• religion