How Is My Third Grader Doing in School? What to Expect and How to Help

Having extensively researched the academic and social demands of a typical third grader, Jacobson's How Is My Third Grader Doing in School? offers chapters on reading, writing, and math expectations, as well as numerous ideas for how parents can help children in these basic arenas. Each chapter ends with ideas that take five minutes as well as a few that take more time. Concepts such as cause and effect can be discussed while driving in the car: "What do you suppose caused those bushes to grow that way?" Or, "Why do you think there's a traffic jam here?" A longer time commitment might involve playing a game of chess or even helping your child perform a play with some friends. Aside from being a wealth of excellent (and totally manageable) ideas, Jacobson offers suggestions for working with a child's teacher and tips for observing a child in the classroom. Each book in this series comes with a brief assessment booklet, so parents can evaluate children's abilities in a low-stress home environment. --Gail Hudson

Product Description

As the parent of a third grader, you may be asking yourself:

How can I encourage her to read more books?
How much should I help my child with his homework?
What can I do to make sure my child knows everything she should?

Be your child's best teacher. Find out what your child knows, what your child needs to know, and how to work with your child to ensure success in school.

Inside, there is a wealth of fun, easy-to-do activities designed to teach your child important skills. The time you spend together will foster a love of learning that will remain with your child in the years to come.