Grade 4 Standards
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LANGUAGE ARTS
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Language
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Determines the meaning of vocabulary words using context clues/dictionary
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Recognizes that words are made up of parts (roots, prefix, suffix) and can identify those parts
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·        Expresses ideas clearly
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Reading/Literature
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·        Reads grade level text with fluency, accuracy, appropriate pacing and expression
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·        Locates and summarizes the main idea and supporting details in literary/expository text
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·        Identifies story elements (plot, characters, setting, theme), dialogue and sensory images in text
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·        Makes judgments about elements from text and supports with evidence from text
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Identifies the speaker in a text
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Identifies characteristics of various genres (fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama)
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Composition
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·        Writes pieces which clearly communicate ideas for different purposes (imaginary/informational) and audiences
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·        Creates multi-paragraph compositions with correct paragraph form
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·        Edits/revises drafts of writing
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Conventions
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Identifies and uses 4 main parts of speech (noun, verb, adjective, adverb)
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·        Punctuates accurately (end marks, commas in a series)
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Capitalizes accurately (beginning of sentence, proper nouns)
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Identifies and applies correct sentence structure
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Applies spelling rules
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MATHEMATICS
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Numeration/Operations
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Names the place value of digits in numbers to the hundred millions
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Demonstrates an understanding of whole numbers to hundred thousands
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Orders and compares whole numbers to hundred thousands
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Adds and subtracts multi-digit numbers
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Demonstrates mastery of basic multiplication facts
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Demonstrates mastery of basic division facts
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Reads and writes numbers to the hundred millions in word, standard and expanded form
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Rounds whole numbers to a given place
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Orders and compares decimals to hundredths
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Uses dollars and cents notations
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Multiplies (up to 3 digit by 2 digit numbers)
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·        Names fractional parts of a set
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·       Names the whole for fractions
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·        Divides 3 digit by 1 digit numbers
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Patterns, Functions, Algebra
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·       Writes and solves number sentences using +, -, ´, ¸, <, >, = to represent mathematical relationships
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Creates, describes, and extends patterns
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Geometry
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Identifies, describes and classifies two-dimensional shapes by various attributes
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Identifies, describes and classifies three-dimensional shapes by various attributes
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Identifies and names points, lines and angles
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Identifies and names angles
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Identifies and draws line(s) of symmetry in two dimensional shapes
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Measurement
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Measures to nearest ½ inch and centimeter
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Measures to nearest ¼inch and centimeter
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·       Computes elapsed time using a clock and a calendar
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·       Calculates area and perimeter of various polygons using diagrams, models and grids or by measuring
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Demonstrates an understanding of such attributes as length, width, area and weight using both metric and U.S. customary units
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Data Analysis, Statistics, and Probability
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Collects and organizes data using observation, measurement, survey or experiment and identifies appropriate ways to display data
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·        Represents the possible outcome for a simple probability situation
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·        Explains math thinking using pictures, words and/or numbers
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SOCIAL STUDIES
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Recognizes major historical sites and monuments in Washington, D.C.
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Interprets maps using map symbols and keys
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Locates the seven continents and four oceans
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Locates major physical features of North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)
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Describes climate, natural resources, native people and physical features of North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)
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Identifies states, capitals and major cities for each United States region
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Identifies and describes the five major European countries that influenced American culture
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Identifies the major immigrant groups that live in the United States
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SCIENCE
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Identifies the parts of the solar system (sun, planets, moon)
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Demonstrates an understanding of the movements of the earth (orbit and rotation)
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Describes the phases of the moon
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Differentiates between weather and climate
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Demonstrates an understanding of weather concepts
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Describes the earth’s water cycle
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Describes the life cycle of a frog
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Demonstrates an understanding of the adaptations of organisms
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Differentiates between the basic properties of each state of matter
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Makes observations, records and interprets data
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Understands and applies the engineering design process
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION
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Demonstrates competency in a variety of locomotor and non-locomotor skills as an individual or in a team setting
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Demonstrates responsible personal and social conduct used in physical activity settings.
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Shows understanding of game concepts and strategies
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Demonstrates coordination through physical activities
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Performs exercise and physical fitness activities
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ART
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Demonstrates and understands the ability to observe, abstract and invent in a variety of materials and techniques
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Explores and experiments with color including expression and symbolism
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Demonstrates the process of drafts, self assessment and craftsmanship
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Demonstrates and understand general categories such as painting, drawing, collage and sculpture
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Creates a variety of 2D and 3D artwork from imagination to tell a story
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MUSIC
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Sings in tune
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Sings using appropriate techniques for sound production
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Plays recorder with steady beat, correct rhythm and fingering
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Plays recorder using appropriate techniques for sound production
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Reads standard symbols of notation, rhythm and pitch
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COMPUTERS
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Uses tools appropriately and independently
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Uses digital media to communicate and work collaboratively
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Locates, organizes and evaluates information from a variety of digital resources and media
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Practices safe and responsible use of technology
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Transfers current knowledge to learning of new technology
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