3^rd Grade Homeschool Schedule

Do you have a 3^rd grade homeschooler at home? Know that this year is going to be amazing for you and your homeschooler. You will find them growing into more independent and curious individuals, and you will find yourself developing along the way. This post looks at several aspects of 3^rd grade homeschooling, including the schedule for 3^rd grade homeschool so without further ado, let’s get started.

Homeschooling 3^rd Grader – Overview

Before I get into the details of homeschooling your 3^rd grader, it’s important to note that this year will be different. Whether you are new to homeschooling or have been homeschooling your child since the beginning, 3^rd grade brings its unique set of challenges and rewards for both the child and the parent.

After all, your little one is not so young anymore. The 9-10-year-olds are getting more independent in various life aspects, and academics is not an exception. They are more likely to be independent readers and problem solvers. They will be more curious and try to understand new concepts and explore new ideas. But then, they are not too old to find all the answers by themselves. And that’s where you as a homeschooling parent come into play.

To help them get through this academic year and life ahead, you need to contribute in terms of time and effort. As a homeschooling parent, you will also need to find the right resources for your third grader and allocate enough time to your homeschool so your child can adequately grasp all the core concepts that you intend to cover this year. But above all, you need to schedule your day such that you can maximize the learning outcomes of your child while capitalizing on your productivity.

If you have been homeschooling your child since an early age, you would be aware of the growth trajectory of your child. But even if you are new to homeschooling and are starting your homeschool this year, you can easily get the hang of all things by knowing the following. Here is an overview of what you need as you set out to homeschool your third grader.

Check Your State’s Homeschooling Requirement

If you are new to homeschooling, it’s always a good idea to check your state’s homeschooling requirements. Only when you will find out the state’s homeschooling requirement will you learn about state-level support groups for homeschooling parents, associations for providing resources and curriculum, and opportunities for field trips and other outdoor learning.

Pick Up The Curriculum That Best Suits Your Needs

When you are homeschooling your third grader, you will need a sound curriculum that includes several subjects. Typically, a third-grade homeschool includes the following subjects.

• Language Arts (reading, vocabulary, writing);
• Math;
• Science;
• Social Studies;
• Arts;
• Physical Education;
• Life Skills; and
• Spanish/French.

Once you decide on the subjects that you need to teach in your third grade homeschool, next you need to pick up a curriculum that best suits your needs. If you want to incorporate religious studies as part of your homeschool, then it would be a good idea to incorporate Bible teaching in your 3^rd grade homeschool schedule. However, if you don’t want to bring in religion to your homeschool, then you can find several secular 3^rd grade homeschool curriculum.

Some of the best curricula you can find for your third-grade homeschool include:

• All About Spellings Levels 2 and 3
• 180 Days of Reading: Grade 3
• Building Writing Skills Level 1
• 180 Days of Spelling and Word Study: Grade 3 
• School Zone – Big Third Grade Workbook – Ages 8 to 9, 3rd Grade, Reading, Writing, Math, Science, History, Social Science, and More
• Carson Dellosa (CAS0P) Third Grade Homeschool Kit for Kids
• Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 3

Note that, like all previous years, your primary focus will still be on language arts and math. However, you will need to add other subjects to your 3^rd grade homeschool schedule as well.

Number of Hours You Need to Spend for Your 3^rd Grade Homeschool

Your third graders now have a better attention span. Moreover, they are more curious, so they are likely to be inclined to listen so now is the time to increase the duration of your homeschool. Furthermore, it’s about time to add a variety of subjects to your homeschool as well.

Typically, a third-grader can stay attentive during a 30-40 minute class per subject. Moreover, you can incorporate 4-5 subjects into your homeschool every day. So a typical 3^rd grade homeschool can range between 2.5-3 hours a day. As with homeschooling other grades, you will be required to homeschool your 3^rd grader five days a week for 180 school days in a year.

Homeschool Planning

As a homeschooling parent, you will need a homeschool planner for your third grader. With a planner, you can easily plan your homeschooling days, weeks, and the entire year in no time. If you are planning for your third grader, you can use the following planning resources to maximize your efficiency.

• The Homeschool Planner
• Homeschool Mama – Daily Assignment Tracker and Record Book Planner For One Student
• Homeschool Planner For 3rd Grade

Flexibility is the Key

While I recommend you teach your third graders five days a week for a 180 day school year, as homeschooling families, you must consider everyday life events that will get in the way and halt your planning and schedules more than you would like. In such circumstances, flexibility is the key, so you don’t lose track of your homeschool and your sanity.

If you see something coming up during the week (such as appointments or illnesses), shuffle around your schedule, but the key is to keep the schedule open and flexible, so you don’t have to stress out when you don’t cover a certain topic on a given day.

Remember, one of the reasons for homeschooling your child is to reduce the stress levels associated with traditional schools, so why not make it fun learning.

3^rd Grade Homeschool Schedule

Now that you already know what 3^rd grade homeschooling looks like, which curriculum best serves your needs and how many hours you need to spend on your homeschool, now is the time to take a closer look at the 3^rd grade homeschool schedule.

A 3rd grade homeschool schedule is not different from schedules for homeschooling other grades. However, the kids are in transition. They are growing up into more mature individuals who need to find answers to everything around them, and that’s precisely why schedule becomes critical when homeschooling 3^rd graders. They don’t only need a schedule for their homeschool, but they also need a schedule for their entire day so they can continue to explore and learn throughout the day.

Typical Day of a 3^rd Grade Homeschooler

Like I always say, it’s best to start your day early. As a homeschooling parent, it is always recommended that you start your day before your kids so you can maximize your efficiency and productivity and spend some alone time to keep yourself going throughout the day.

Here is a sample 3^rd grade homeschool schedule. Of course, you can use it as a reference and tweak it according to your family’s needs and preferences.

7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. – Wake Up and Cleaning Time

Wake your third graders early so they can get started with the day well in time. They are growing up, exploring opportunities, and enjoying responsibility, so make the most of this time to teach them basic skills (like staying organized, keeping your room clean) that will help them later in life.

You can set aside the first hour of the day for getting ready and organizing things at home, so when you start your homeschool day, there is little distraction.

8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Breakfast

Start your day with a healthy meal. Make sure your kids get a balanced breakfast that can keep them going for the rest of the morning. Try to cut down on sugar and add more protein for a healthy and balanced breakfast for your third grader.

8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Devotional Time/Meditation

Your third grader is around nine years old, and if you are a practicing Christian, it’s the right time to introduce the concept of God. Set aside around 30 minutes where you teach your kid to connect with God. Devotional time can take several forms, including reading Bible, so it might be a slot that you can set aside for religious teaching.

But if you are not following a Christian curriculum, you can use this time to meditate. When your kids learn to meditate as they begin their day, they will get several benefits, including improved attention span, focus, and better memory retention. Moreover, they will be better equipped to handle stress while at home and boost their creativity.

9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. – Homeschooling Time

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
9:00 a.m. – 9:35 a.m.	Language Arts – Reading	Language Arts – Vocabulary	Language Arts – Writing	Language Arts – Reading	Language Arts – Reading Comprehension
9:40 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.	Math	Geography	Science	Math	Math
10:20 a.m. – 10:55 a.m.	Science	Music	Arts	Geography	STEM
11:00 a.m. – 11:35 a.m.	Arts	Math	Math	Foreign Language	Foreign Language
11:40 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.	History	Physical Exercise	History	Language Arts – Spellings	Physical Exercise

This is a typical 3^rd grade homeschool schedule that you can use for homeschooling your third grader. Once you have the schedule and the curriculum of your choice, complete your weekly and yearly planning so you can make the most of your third year of homeschool.

Once your homeschooling day ends around noon, it leaves enough time for you and your kids to complete any after-homeschool assignments and tasks. Moreover, it also gives you enough time to complete your next day’s planning for the homeschool.

Evening Routine

Another critical aspect of a 3rd grade homeschool schedule is your evening routine.

I feel that if you start your day early, it’s always a good idea to end your day early as well. As a rule, you can plan your dinner between 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. An early dinner is not only healthy, but it also leaves enough time for a post-cooking cleanup and getting ready for bed.

The best part about the 3rd grade homeschool schedule is that you involve them in the kitchen activities, including clean-ups. Moreover, you can use this time to teach your kids some basic cooking or snack prep for the next day, so they also learn the importance of nutrition and a healthy diet.

Following the dinner, your third grader can follow the usual bedtime routine on their own, which can be bath, brush, PJs, and clean rooms, followed by time with the homeschool parent. You can spend that time reading to them or just having a one-on-one conversation about anything related to or unrelated to homeschooling.

Remember, there is a lot that your third grader wants to find out. Indeed, you may not always have all the answers, but the best you can do for your little ones is to give them your time and attention so once they grow up, they have fond memories as well as the answers to all that they wanted to know.

And finally, don’t disregard the importance of a good night’s sleep at this time. Indeed your homeschooling child is growing up, but they still need 9-11 hours of quality night sleep. So while you may skip a nap at this point, depending upon your child’s needs, make sure your child gets 9-11 hours of sleep at night.

This pretty much covers everything that you need to know about a 3rd grade homeschool schedule. Like always, this is a guide that you can use to plan your 3rd grade homeschool the way it suits you and your family.

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