4th Grade

MATH: Students will learn more about place value up to the millions. They will also discover different ways to add and subtract large numbers, including the standard method of "stacking" numbers and regrouping.

READING: In reading, students will look closely at characters in stories. They will think about what characters do, how they feel, what they think, and what they say. We will start reading a realistic fiction book called Eagle Song , which is about a Native American boy named Danny. He moves from a reservation in upstate New York to Brooklyn and faces many challenges.

WRITING: Our young writers will write memoirs about important or interesting events in their lives. They will also learn how to make their writing more exciting for readers.

SOCIAL STUDIES: Students will study the geography of New York City and New York State.

MUSIC: In music class, students will play instruments like bongos and ukuleles . They will practice reading rhythms and start learning about harmony by singing more challenging songs, including rounds and partner songs.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION: Fourth graders will continue to work on personal responsibility and teamwork in our cooperative learning activities, following the NASPE standard 4.

ART: In art class, fourth graders will use their sketchbooks to brainstorm and practice their drawing skills.