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OUR MISSION FOR FOURTH GRADE: DISCOVERY

Here is what's in store this year :

In Social Studies, we are beginning our study of California's history by exploring the Golden State's regions and geographical features.  How many places in California have you been?  We will focus consecutively on the first Californians, life on a mission, the Gold Rush, and the development of the railroad in California.  The study of our great state will culminate with our highly anticipated trip to Sacramento in May. 

Take a look at our 2006-2007 Gold Rush Town web pages.

Our Language Arts program is literature based.  To start the year, we will be reading a novel called Island of the Blue Dolphins.  This compliments our study of California Native Americans and is linked to our Social Studies curriculum. Throughout the year 4th grade will continue to study novels and develop units and activities that are designed to enhance our critical thinking and writing skills.

Geometry is our first topic of investigation for math in our Everyday Mathematics series.  Look around, how many geometric figures can you see in your home right now?   This curriculum focuses on problem-solving and logical thinking, as well as consistently reviewing basic math skills.   Organizing Data, Decimals, Fractions, Percents, and Probability are just a few of the concepts taught in 4th grade.       

For handwriting this year, cursive is our big focus.  As we continue to develop our cursive handwriting, we will also be practicing our keyboarding skills.  Speaking of computers, after the success of 2002-2003's pilot program with the Technology department, we now have received eight wireless laptops to use in our classrooms. 

As the year progresses, we will continue to update our webpage with the latest news from fourth grade.  If you would like to contact us, please use the links below.           

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Ms. Davis         Ms. Rea-Gaskill

	California Regions Project
	California Animals Report
	Gold Rush Web Page
	Inventors Project
Other Resources:	Index of Learning Styles Questionnaire
	Biography Web Resources
	Oh California - Playwright project