NL Grade 3 Reading study plan

Decode 40 multisyllable words aloud by splitting them into syllable types (open, closed, vowel team, r-controlled, consonant-le).

Sort 30 word cards into the six syllable types and justify each placement in writing.

Define 15 grade-3 academic words (for example: describe, compare, evidence) using a student-friendly dictionary and one original sentence each.

Apply the prefix and suffix meanings un-, re-, dis-, -ful, and -less to build 20 derived words from a base-word list.

Read 60 words per minute aloud from grade-3 passages with 95% or better accuracy across three timed readings.

Identify the meaning of 12 unfamiliar words using context clues in short paragraphs, naming the clue type used.

Match 10 common prefixes and suffixes to their meanings and generate two new words for each.

Distinguish 8 homophones and 6 multiple-meaning words by writing a sentence that shows each meaning.

Classify 25 words into synonym, antonym, and category groups and explain the relationship for five pairs.

Use a glossary and a beginning dictionary to locate and record the meanings of 10 words, noting guide words.

Explain 10 figurative expressions (similes and common idioms) in literal language.

Build a personal word wall of 30 words organized by topic (science, community, feelings) with a picture or example for each.

State the main idea of five short informational passages in one sentence each and list two supporting details.

Identify the text structure (compare-contrast, cause-effect, sequence, description) of six passages and underline the signal words that reveal it.

Answer 15 literal questions by locating and citing the exact sentence that supports each answer.

Explain an author's purpose (inform, explain, persuade) for four short texts using evidence from the text.

Retell three literary stories in order, naming characters, setting, problem, and solution.

Answer 15 literal comprehension questions about stories by quoting the relevant line from the text.

Compare how two informational texts on the same topic present facts, listing two similarities and two differences.

Identify the lesson or message of two fables and cite the story event that supports it.

Make and record 12 predictions before and during reading, then confirm or revise each with text evidence.

Draw 10 inferences from short passages and name the clues plus background knowledge used for each.

Explain how a character feels in four story scenes using stated actions and dialogue as evidence.

Distinguish stated facts from implied information in eight short texts by labeling each item explicit or inferred.

Summarize three informational passages in three sentences each, including the main idea and key details.

Write a one-paragraph response explaining how a text feature (heading, caption, diagram) helps a reader understand content.

Evaluate two short persuasive texts by identifying the claim and two supporting reasons in each.

Combine two domains by answering six mixed questions that require both locating information and inferring beyond it.

Complete two full-length timed practice sets and score 80% or higher on each.

Review every missed item from practice sets and write the reason for the correct answer in one sentence.

Re-teach the three weakest skills from the review log by completing five targeted practice items per skill.

Build a one-page reference sheet of strategies for main idea, inference, and text structure.