Third Grade “I Can” Statements

Quarter 3

MATH

Unit 5

I can read and write 1 and 2 digit decimals.

(I can read and write numbers with 1 or two digits as decimals.)

I can identify place value in decimals.

I can tell the place value of a digit/number in a decimal.)

I can compare and order decimals.

( I can compare decimals and put them in order from largest to smallest or smallest to largest.)

I can learn my multiplication facts.

(I can recite my multiplication facts to the 9s quickly.)

Unit 6

I can identify, draw and name line segments lines and rays.

(I can pick out, name and draw different size lines, line segments and rays.)                                       

I can draw parallel and intersecting lines.

(I can draw lines that are exactly next to one another and lines that cross or run into each other.)      

I can identify and name 2-D and 3-D shapes.

(I can pick out and name solid shapes.)

I can identify right angles.

(I can pick out a right angle from different shapes and objects.)

I can draw angles and record rotations.

(I can draw angles and write down its degree.)

I can identify symmetry.

(I can tell if an object is equal, and has the same details on both sides.)

Writing

I Can write complete sentences when answering a question.

This means that when I'm answering a question, I will restate the question as part of my answer

to make it a complete sentence.

I Can spell high frequency words correctly.

This means that I can study my spelling words each week and use them correctly in my daily spelling.

I Can write and use singular and plural nouns correctly in a sentence.

This means that when I write a sentence  I will use singular and plural nouns correctly.

I Can proofread sentences in my writing for spelling mistakes.

This means that I will look over my work and make sure that I've spelled everything correctly.

I Can use an editing checklist to judge the quality of my writing.

This means that when I have a writing assignment and an editing checklist is included, I will

go back to my writing and check for the things listed before I check them off.

I Can use indentation when writing paragraphs.

This means that when I write paragraphs for assignments or journal writing, I will indent the

first line of the paragraph.

I Can use a web to organize my writing.

This means when I am given a writing topic, I can draw a graphic organizer to get my thoughts

in order before starting to write.

I Can use possessive nouns correctly in a sentence.

This means that when I am writing sentences I can use the correct possessive noun using an apostrophe.

I Can use verbs correctly in a sentence.

This means that when I am writing sentences, I can use the correct verb in the sentence.

I Can use present, past, and future verbs correctly in a sentence.

This means that when I'm writing sentences, I can use the correct form of the verb in the sentence.

I Can write legibly in cursive writing.

This means that when I'm writing in cursive, I will take my time and make sure my writing strokes

are correct so that other people can read it.