TCE 4th Grade BLOG: Week of January 19th-23rd

January 19th- NO SCHOOL
January 23rd- Thinkapalooza (During the school day)
February 12th-Valentine's Day Dance
February 12th-Valentine's Day Class Party
February 13th- NO SCHOOL
February 16th- NO SCHOOL

Language Arts and Social Studies

In Reading, we will continue our study of Traditional Literature, reviewing Tall Tales, Fables, Myths, and Legends.

In Writing, we will continue opinion writing and composing essays.

In Grammar and Spelling, we will use comparative adjectives to talk about two things.

We will also identify syllable types and use knowledge of syllable division patterns to help me spell words with a VCCV pattern and closed syllables.

In Social Studies, explain the events that led to the annexation of Texas to the United States and the impact of the U.S.‐Mexican War

In Math this week, we will begin our unit on fractions.

Determine if two given fractions are equivalent using a variety of methods
Compare two fractions with different numerators and different denominators and represent the comparison using the symbols >, =, or <

Next week in math, we will continue our unit on fractions, focusing on adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers.

Represent a fraction a/b as a sum of fractions 1/b, where a and b are whole numbers and b > 0, including when a > b
Decompose a fraction in more than one way into a sum of fractions with the same denominator using concrete and pictorial models and recording results with symbolic representations
Represent and solve addition and subtraction of fractions with equal denominators using objects and pictorial models that build to the number line and properties of operations
Evaluate the reasonableness of sums and differences of fractions using benchmark fractions 0, 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, and 1, referring to the same whole

In Science this week, we will model and describe slow changes to Earth’s surface caused by weathering, erosion, and deposition from water, wind, and ice

Hats and Toys

Our classrooms are a place for learning, growing, and having fun with friends. To help everyone stay focused, we ask that hats and toys stay at home. That way, our classrooms can be distraction-free, and we can all enjoy our time together while learning new things.

Tennis Shoes for PE & Extended Specials Day (CTT)

Please help ensure your child wears appropriate shoes on PE days and Move & Groove (Fridays). Additionally, every other Wednesday, the 4th grade has extended specials during CTT. The dates are outlined for the remainder of 2025 below. Thank you for your help in making sure your child is safely dressed for the gym!