Curriculum Grade 4
Integrated Language Arts - The Grade 4 Reading and English program promotes effective oral and written communication. The program is a research-based literacy curriculum designed to build strong readers and confident writers. It integrates rigorous, culturally affirming literature, foundational skills, and a structured Writing Workshop. The program uses science-based practices to help students master reading comprehension, expand vocabulary, and develop communication skills. Cursive skills are reinforced with an emphasis on legibility and consistency of letter formation and spacing. The Reading Workshop focuses on reading complex informational texts and literary works (such as realistic fiction and poetry) while identifying narrative points of view and figurative language. The Writing Workshop guides fourth graders through the complete writing process—prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing—covering formats like personal narratives, research reports, and opinion essays. Emphasis on Foundational Skills provides systematic instruction in decoding, spelling multisyllabic words, and improving fluency
Math - Fourth graders build upon basic math concepts using a combination of manipulatives and mental processes. Key areas of study include numeration through 999,000, addition and subtraction with inverse and regrouping, use of inequalities (<, >), multiplication and division of 2 and 3 digits; dividends for a 2-digit quotient with/without remainder, measurement, time to the minute, money, estimation, polygons, perimeter, and fractions (1/3, 1/8, 1/10). Thinking skills are further developed through mental arithmetic, making change, visualization, record keeping, data collection, and graphing. The math curriculum emphasizes real-life, real-world application scenarios, so students understand why math works. It integrates digital tools, hands-on activities, and print materials to support diverse learning styles. It offers tiered practice and personalized learning resources to help every student achieve mastery.
Science - In science, special emphasis is placed on the research process in all grades. This includes making decisions about the generation and testing of ideas; prediction, measurement, data collection, and representation; evaluation of sources of information; collaborative investigation; interpretation and communication of findings; evaluation and verification of findings and considerations relating to the social context of research. Fourth graders repeat observations to verify ideas and to explain unexpected findings. Metric as well as standard units of measure are utilized. Physical models are built to enhance understanding. Students will also be identifying and measuring matter and observing chemical and physical changes in matter. Lessons follow the Engage, Explore, Explain, Extend, and Evaluate model, encouraging students to ask questions and solve real-world problems.
Social Studies - Fourth grade will continue to develop map skills by locating the equator, the seven continents, and the four oceans on maps and globes. The student will demonstrate map skills by constructing simple maps, using a title, map legend, and compass rose. The students will recognize that the U.S. is a land of people who have diverse ethnic origins, customs, and traditions, who make contributions to their communities, and who are united as Americans by common principles. Fourth-grade social studies focuses on United States geography and the regions that make up the country. It deep dives into the land, climate, and resources of different regions (e.g., the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, and West) and how the environment shapes human life.
Foreign Language- Exploratory Foreign Language for fourth grade is designed to expose students to the language and culture of another language. Students learn the basic rules of grammar. Students are also exposed to the culture of other countries through class holiday celebrations and participating in classroom exercises, including dialogues, role play, group activities, and games.
Art-Fourth grade students will enhance their knowledge of the elements of art. They have built a base from kindergarten through third grade. Fourth graders will do more detailed and sophisticated projects using this base as a launching point for their works of art. Students will be introduced to different artists and artistic styles that will provide them with inspiration for their works of art.
Physical Education- The students will demonstrate an understanding of movement that fosters cooperation and sportsmanship. The students will be encouraged to give their best effort at all times.
Integrated Language Arts - The Grade 4 Reading and English program promotes effective oral and written communication. The program is a research-based literacy curriculum designed to build strong readers and confident writers. It integrates rigorous, culturally affirming literature, foundational skills, and a structured Writing Workshop. The program uses science-based practices to help students master reading comprehension, expand vocabulary, and develop communication skills. Cursive skills are reinforced with an emphasis on legibility and consistency of letter formation and spacing. The Reading Workshop focuses on reading complex informational texts and literary works (such as realistic fiction and poetry) while identifying narrative points of view and figurative language. The Writing Workshop guides fourth graders through the complete writing process—prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing—covering formats like personal narratives, research reports, and opinion essays. Emphasis on Foundational Skills provides systematic instruction in decoding, spelling multisyllabic words, and improving fluency
Math - Fourth graders build upon basic math concepts using a combination of manipulatives and mental processes. Key areas of study include numeration through 999,000, addition and subtraction with inverse and regrouping, use of inequalities (<, >), multiplication and division of 2 and 3 digits; dividends for a 2-digit quotient with/without remainder, measurement, time to the minute, money, estimation, polygons, perimeter, and fractions (1/3, 1/8, 1/10). Thinking skills are further developed through mental arithmetic, making change, visualization, record keeping, data collection, and graphing. The math curriculum emphasizes real-life, real-world application scenarios, so students understand why math works. It integrates digital tools, hands-on activities, and print materials to support diverse learning styles. It offers tiered practice and personalized learning resources to help every student achieve mastery.
Science - In science, special emphasis is placed on the research process in all grades. This includes making decisions about the generation and testing of ideas; prediction, measurement, data collection, and representation; evaluation of sources of information; collaborative investigation; interpretation and communication of findings; evaluation and verification of findings and considerations relating to the social context of research. Fourth graders repeat observations to verify ideas and to explain unexpected findings. Metric as well as standard units of measure are utilized. Physical models are built to enhance understanding. Students will also be identifying and measuring matter and observing chemical and physical changes in matter. Lessons follow the Engage, Explore, Explain, Extend, and Evaluate model, encouraging students to ask questions and solve real-world problems.
Social Studies - Fourth grade will continue to develop map skills by locating the equator, the seven continents, and the four oceans on maps and globes. The student will demonstrate map skills by constructing simple maps, using a title, map legend, and compass rose. The students will recognize that the U.S. is a land of people who have diverse ethnic origins, customs, and traditions, who make contributions to their communities, and who are united as Americans by common principles. Fourth-grade social studies focuses on United States geography and the regions that make up the country. It deep dives into the land, climate, and resources of different regions (e.g., the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, and West) and how the environment shapes human life.
Foreign Language- Exploratory Foreign Language for fourth grade is designed to expose students to the language and culture of another language. Students learn the basic rules of grammar. Students are also exposed to the culture of other countries through class holiday celebrations and participating in classroom exercises, including dialogues, role play, group activities, and games.
Art-Fourth grade students will enhance their knowledge of the elements of art. They have built a base from kindergarten through third grade. Fourth graders will do more detailed and sophisticated projects using this base as a launching point for their works of art. Students will be introduced to different artists and artistic styles that will provide them with inspiration for their works of art.
Physical Education- The students will demonstrate an understanding of movement that fosters cooperation and sportsmanship. The students will be encouraged to give their best effort at all times.
