The fourth grade science curriculum is closely aligned to national and state standards. This elementary program is designed to motivate students as they gain an essential understanding of key science ideas. Science is taught through various methods, including inquiry and exploration. Topics have been chosen to be age appropriate and to give students a broad knowledge of science concepts and skills. Embedded within our science instruction is a focus on nonfiction literacy skills via leveled texts and science journals.
In fourth grade science students are asked to:
§ Make observations and ask questions about objects, organisms, and the environment
§ Seek relevant information in books, magazines, and electronic sources of information
§ Design and conduct simple investigations
§ Employ simple equipment and measuring tools to gather data and extend the senses
§ Use data to construct reasonable explanations
Students achieve these goals through studying:
§ Food Chains and Webs
§ Land and Water Interactions
§ Electricity and Magnetism