A Parent's Guide to Third Grade is a practical, reader-friendly reference that is designed to help parents understand and prepare for the school year ahead. Among the new challenges faced by third graders is the introduction of standardized tests and other assessment practices. This authoritative resource stresses the importance of parental involvement in a child's academic and social success, and builds on the information and lessons of A Parent's Guide to Second Grade. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.