Heritage Studies 3 Subject Textbook Kit, 4th ed.

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