Grade 3 Social StudiesLessons & Games for Kids Ages 8–9
A complete, game-based grade 3 social studies path for homeschool and after school (Year 4 social studies in the UK). 10 courses, from How Communities Change to Caring for Our Planet + Final Challenge, each with a read-aloud lesson, practice games and a quiz.
- 10 courses
- 46+ practice questions
- Ages 8–9
- first 2 courses free
10 courses in order
Grade 3 Social Studies Courses
Open any course to see what's inside: the lesson, the games, practice questions and ideas to try at home.
- Course 1
How Communities Change
How villages grow into towns and cities over hundreds of years.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 2
Local Government
Mayors, councils and the services that keep a town running.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 3
Map Grids & Scale
Find places with map grids like B3, and learn what map scale means.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 4
Climate Zones
Polar, temperate, dry and tropical climates around the world.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 5
Natural Resources
Water, trees, soil, oil and sunlight: renewable and nonrenewable resources.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 6
The Story of Money
From trading and shells to coins, paper money and cards.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 7
People on the Move
Why people move to new places and the cultures they bring.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 8
Great Inventions
Printing, telephones, airplanes and the internet changed the world.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 9
Rights & Responsibilities
The rights every child has, and the responsibilities that come with them.
Social Studies course · 4 questions · about 10 min
- Course 10
Caring for Our Planet + Final Challenge
Reduce, reuse, recycle and compost, then the Grade 3 Final Challenge.
Social Studies course · 10 questions · about 15 min
Skills
Grade 3 Social Studies Skills Covered
Every practice question is linked to a skill, so the parent dashboard can show what your child has mastered and what to practice next.
Questions from parents
Grade 3 Social Studies: FAQ
What do kids learn in grade 3 social studies?
SkillBloom's grade 3 social studies path has 10 courses: How Communities Change, Local Government, Map Grids & Scale, Climate Zones, Natural Resources, The Story of Money, People on the Move, Great Inventions, Rights & Responsibilities and Caring for Our Planet + Final Challenge. Each one has a read-aloud lesson, hands-on games or experiments and a quiz.
What age is grade 3?
Grade 3 is usually for kids ages 8–9. In the UK that is Year 4, and in Australia it is Year 3. Kids can also use another grade's courses for review or an extra challenge.
Is SkillBloom grade 3 social studies free?
The first courses in every subject (first 2 courses) are free with a parent account. SkillBloom Premium unlocks all 10 grade 3 social studies courses and every other subject.
Can I use this as a grade 3 social studies homeschool curriculum?
Yes. The courses follow the topics most curricula teach in 3rd grade, in a sensible order. Kids learn on their own with voice support, and the parent dashboard and planner show progress and the skills that need more practice.
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