Grade 4 Standards

LANGUAGE ARTS

Language

Determines the meaning of vocabulary words using context clues/dictionary

Recognizes that words are made up of parts (roots, prefix, suffix) and can identify those parts

·         Expresses ideas clearly

Reading/Literature

·         Reads grade level text with fluency, accuracy, appropriate pacing and expression

·         Locates and summarizes the main idea and supporting details in literary/expository text

·         Identifies story elements (plot, characters, setting, theme), dialogue and sensory images in text

·         Makes judgments about elements from text and supports with evidence from text

Identifies the speaker in a text

Identifies characteristics of various genres (fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama)

Composition

·         Writes pieces which clearly communicate ideas for different purposes (imaginary/informational) and audiences

·         Creates multi-paragraph compositions with correct paragraph form

·         Edits/revises drafts of writing

Conventions

Identifies and uses 4 main parts of speech (noun, verb, adjective, adverb)

·         Punctuates accurately (end marks, commas in a series)

Capitalizes accurately (beginning of sentence, proper nouns)

Identifies and applies correct sentence structure

Applies spelling rules

MATHEMATICS

Numeration/Operations

Names the place value of digits in numbers to the hundred millions

Demonstrates an understanding of whole numbers to hundred thousands

Orders and compares whole numbers to hundred thousands

Adds and subtracts multi-digit numbers

Demonstrates mastery of basic multiplication facts

Demonstrates mastery of basic division facts

Reads and writes numbers to the hundred millions in word, standard and expanded form

Rounds whole numbers to a given place

Orders and compares decimals to hundredths

Uses dollars and cents notations

Multiplies (up to 3 digit by 2 digit numbers)

·         Names fractional parts of a set

·        Names the whole for fractions

·         Divides 3 digit by 1 digit numbers

Patterns, Functions, Algebra

·        Writes and solves number sentences using +, -, ´, ¸, <, >, = to represent mathematical relationships

Creates, describes, and extends patterns

Geometry

Identifies, describes and classifies two-dimensional shapes by various attributes

Identifies, describes and classifies three-dimensional shapes by various attributes

Identifies and names points, lines and angles

Identifies and names angles

Identifies and draws line(s) of symmetry in two dimensional shapes

Measurement

Measures to nearest ½ inch and centimeter

Measures to nearest ¼inch and centimeter

·        Computes elapsed time using a clock and a calendar

·        Calculates area and perimeter of various polygons using diagrams, models and grids or by measuring

Demonstrates an understanding of such attributes as length, width, area and weight using both metric and U.S. customary units

Data Analysis, Statistics, and Probability

Collects and organizes data using observation, measurement, survey or experiment and identifies appropriate ways to display data

·         Represents the possible outcome for a simple probability situation

·         Explains math thinking using pictures, words and/or numbers

SOCIAL STUDIES

Recognizes major historical sites and monuments in Washington, D.C.

Interprets maps using map symbols and keys

Locates the seven continents and four oceans

Locates major physical features of North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)

Describes climate, natural resources, native people and physical features of North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)

Identifies states, capitals and major cities for each United States region

Identifies and describes the five major European countries that influenced American culture

Identifies the major immigrant groups that live in the United States

SCIENCE

Identifies the parts of the solar system (sun, planets, moon)

Demonstrates an understanding of the movements of the earth (orbit and rotation)

Describes the phases of the moon

Differentiates between weather and climate

Demonstrates an understanding of weather concepts

Describes the earth’s water cycle

Describes the life cycle of a frog

Demonstrates an understanding of the adaptations of organisms

Differentiates between the basic properties of each state of matter

Makes observations, records and interprets data

Understands and applies the engineering design process

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Demonstrates competency in a variety of locomotor and non-locomotor skills as an individual or in a team setting

Demonstrates responsible personal and social conduct used in physical activity settings.

Shows understanding of game concepts and strategies

Demonstrates coordination through physical activities

Performs exercise and physical fitness activities

ART

Demonstrates and understands the ability to observe, abstract and invent in a variety of materials and techniques

Explores and experiments with color including expression and symbolism

Demonstrates the process of drafts, self assessment and craftsmanship

Demonstrates and understand general categories such as painting, drawing, collage and sculpture

Creates a variety of 2D and 3D artwork from imagination to tell a story

MUSIC

Sings in tune

Sings using appropriate techniques for sound production

Plays recorder with steady beat, correct rhythm and fingering

Plays recorder using appropriate techniques for sound production

Reads standard symbols of notation, rhythm and pitch

COMPUTERS

Uses tools appropriately and independently

Uses digital media to communicate and work collaboratively

Locates, organizes and evaluates information from a variety of digital resources and media

Practices safe and responsible use of technology

Transfers current knowledge to learning of new technology