Fourth Grade

Welcome to fourth grade!

Learning can and should be fun; therefore we give our students many opportunities to experience learning through hands-on, meaningful activities. In fourth grade, students must begin to take a gradually increasing role in the management of their own learning and growth. Our goal is to help our students develop a greater sense of confidence in themselves and foster stronger relationships with those in their learning community. We believe with guidance and teamwork, every child will become a fully responsible person, who is excited about learning and life, and cares for and respects others in a safe environment.

Math

Bridges in Mathematics

The focus is on number sense rather than rote memorization of algorithms.

Units of Study:

• Multiplicative Thinking
• Multi-digit Multiplication and Early Division
• Fractions and Decimals
• Addition, Subtraction, and Measurement
• Geometry and Measurement
• Multiplication and Division, Data and Fractions
• Patterns and Problems

Writing

• Focus on narrative, informational, and persuasive essays
• Grammar and Mechanics

Reading

• Focus on informational and fiction texts
• Genre study
• Vocabulary

Science

• Sun, Moon, and Planets
• Electricity and Magnetism
• Environments

Social Studies

• Colorado History