This week, Grade 4 students explored how technology can enhance the systems they studied earlier. In the ‘Future Innovations Lab,’ they rotated through stations using VR, robots, AI, and green solutions to brainstorm improvements and create their own ‘Future System Blueprints.’ Students were also introduced to Magic School, a research and learning platform where they can explore different rooms, take notes, summarise information, and complete tasks using real-world systems. They used Magic School to deepen their understanding and apply innovative ideas creatively. 

Next week, students will explore how different systems can create positive change in communities and the environment, applying their learning to real-world situations.

Central idea: Systems are created to bring about change and meet the needs of society.

Specified Concepts: Form, Function and Responsibility

Lines of inquiry: 

•  How different systems function and what their parts do

•  How people participate in and influence systems

• Ways systems can create change in communities or the environment

Learner Profile: Thinker, Inquirer and Knowledgeable 

This week in Math, Grade 4 students were introduced to dividing 3-digit numbers by 1-digit numbers.They practiced using the steps of "divide, multiply, subtract, and bring it down" to solve these problems. In addition to learning the division process, students also tackled word problems to apply their skills in real-life scenarios. It’s been great to see them gaining confidence with these new strategies!

Next week, we will continue learning about dividing numbers by a one-digit number. We will also review the concepts we have covered so far.

This week in Literacy, Grade 4 students enhanced their storytelling by adding expressive dialogue and vivid sensory details, bringing characters and scenes to life. Through peer reflections and the ‘Five Senses Challenge,’ they practiced showing emotions and actions, creating more engaging and dynamic stories.

Next week, students will focus on crafting strong story endings, connecting them to their beginnings. They will revise their drafts using peer feedback to ensure their myths leave a lasting impression.

This week in Science, students continued to learn about animal senses using a model where they observed pictures and predicted how a predator would respond when seeing its prey, such as a mouse. They were encouraged to explore relevant vocabulary words and, based on their observations, share their learning with the class.

Next week, students will dig deeper into sensory stimuli and receptors, exploring how different senses detect information from the environment and send it to the brain. 

Each Friday, activities will be shared via SeeSaw, including weekly spelling words. Students are expected to return their completed home learning by the following Friday. This can be submitted in one of three ways: directly on SeeSaw, as a physical copy, or in a home learning journal (which we can provide if preferred).

In addition, we highly recommend that students read every day at home. Daily reading builds fluency, strengthens comprehension, and nurtures a lifelong love of books.

Thank you for supporting your child in developing positive and consistent learning habits.

Spelling
For spelling, students received their words to practice at home. They will get tested next Friday. 

Math
For math, students practice division questions. We learned that practice makes progress, so the more practice they do, the better they will become!

 Literacy
For reading, students will choose their spice level to read the text and answer the questions. For grammar, we learned all about the order of adjectives. Can you choose your spice level and edit or answer the questions?

Unit of Inquiry (UOI)
For UOI, you will continue last week's task to think of a school system that you would like to improve.

Arabic/ Islamic
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Thursday 13th November: World Kindness Day | Lighthouse Arabia Parent Workshop, ‘Parenting the Third Culture Kid’ | 8:30 - 9:30 | Cafeteria 

Friday 14th November: Dwight Family BBQ | 4:00 - 8:00 pm

Wednesday 19th November: PYP Winter Concert | 1:30 pm G1 to 3; 2:45 pm G4 & 5| Auditorium
Thursday 20 November: WORLD CHILDREN'S DAY | Winter Fayre* for Lower & Upper School | 3.30 - 4.30 | Campus Grounds
* For the Winter Fayre, students will be selling seasonal items so it is recommended that students have some money to spend.