The language book is the central working tool in the German lessons of the 3rd grade. The topics are addressed in conjunction with the subjects of the general studies curriculum. The development of diverse methodological competencies and associated working forms increases the students' active participation and thus the effectiveness of the lessons. The growing need for student participation in class is met through method training, conversation rules, discussion circles, wall newspapers, hit lists, and more. Group work is structured, for example, through the "circling sheet." Organizing concepts is more effective with mind maps. Collecting personal writing ideas is supported by an "idea spider." Students revise their own texts during writing conferences. The area "Correct Writing - Spelling" continues to rely on the syllable division of the prototypical.