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Fourth Grade
In this grade, students continue to develop their reading, writing, and math skills. They also typically learn about science, social studies, and other subjects like art and music. The curriculum and all it's applications is aligned with the Pennsylvania state standards.
Course Resources
English Language Arts
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District reading curriculum
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Supplemental resources and other various online resources
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IXLs
Math
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enVisions Math Curriculum
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Supplemental Material (online)
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IXLs
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PSSA Performance Coach Books
Science
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Elevate Science Curriculum
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Supplemental Material
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Brainpop
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Generation Genius
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Other online science videos/resources
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IXLs
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PSSA Performance Coach Books
Social Studies
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HMH Into Social Studies Curriculum
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Brainpop and other various online social studies videos
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Teachers Pay Teachers activities and various online resources
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Supplemental Material
ELA
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At the end of this course, a successful fourth grade student should be able to demonstrate knowledge of concepts/skills through working with literature (fiction, poetry, & drama), informational texts (articles, persuasive texts, historical texts, scientific and technical texts), writing foundations (text-dependent analysis, grammar usage, mechanics, style, tone, and effect, and through spelling grade appropriate words.
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End of Course Outcomes
Math
At the end of this course, a successful fourth grade student should be able to demonstrate knowledge of concepts /skills through computation, problem solving, researching, analyzing, and effective communication.
Science​
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At the end of this course, a successful fourth grade student should be able to learn to synthesize ideas, use evidence and demonstrate their understanding of key concepts and skills using the following competencies
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Engage the mind with phenomena, linking what the students know to their own personal experiences
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Explore concepts and ideas while constructing knowledge and building meaning
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Explain and elaborate understanding by formulating ideas, arguments, and solutions using evidence
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Elaborate and evaluate arguments by applying newly formed understandings and transferring knowledge to new situations
Social Studies
At the end of this course, a successful fourth grade student should be able to learn to synthesize ideas, use evidence and demonstrate their understanding of key concepts and skills in the area of social studies.
