Fourth Grade Curriculum
Fourth grade has a wonderful curriculum! Here are just a few things we will learn about this year:
· Emphasis on higher numbers (up to 100,000) using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
· Geography and history of North Carolina.
· Rocks and minerals, magnetism and electricity, animal adaptations, and nutrition.
· In writing, we focus on frequently-used words, word choice, conventions, and elaboration.
· In math, we focus on fractions, decimals, area and perimeter, automaticity of multiplication, division, geometry, and algebra.
· We use Wit and Wisdom during our Literacy Block.
Welcome to 4th Grade!
We look forward to meeting and working with you and your child next year. We would like to share valuable information with you so that the transition to fourth grade will be smooth!
TIPS
Have your child read something everyday. Read from a variety of materials and genres (ie: newspapers, magazines, fiction, non-fiction). Reading for as little as 30 minutes a day will help your child maintain his/her reading level. Weaverville Public Library and area bookstores are hosting summer reading programs with activities and prizes. These are worth checking out. We have also included below a summer reading list so that you can help your child stay on target with their reading throughout the summer months.
Your child will also be required to be proficient with their multiplication facts for 4th grade. Being proficient means that they need to be able to figure out their facts quickly and correctly. They are responsible for knowing their facts through the 12s. Practicing multiplication tables and simple division problems with flash cards (that can be bought for a dollar) and quick games can be instigated at any time. Online games and writing them are also great ways to help your child become quicker with their facts. Please have them practice a few minutes each day. A copy of the multiplication tables is listed below for your convenience. You can even create your own cards! Make it fun!
In fourth grade your child will have responsibilities designed to further their independence. Your child will be expected to:
Complete classwork on a timely basis. Organization is key, at home as well as at school!
Complete homework daily.
Turn in homework, notes, etc.
Pack/unpack their own backpacks. Maintain order in their cubbies and in their desks.
Write daily assignments and important notes in their planner.
Thank you for supporting your child's growth as he/she enters a new school year. As we work together, our children will be successful!