area model multiplication video

We started area model for multiplication in 4th grade today, here is a video if you are unfamiliar with area model:

Week 11

Hello!  It has been a whirlwind three weeks for me.  I have been to Texas to Honduras to Idaho in about 2 weeks time.  I am looking forward to things calming down and getting back into a routine.  The substitute gave glowing remarks about how well the kids did while I was gone.  It makes me so happy to hear that and to know that she is willing to come back anytime.  Thank you for raising such good kids!

I hope all had a nice Thanksgiving.  It was nice to visit extended family and spend some time with my own kids over the long break!

In projects we are well underway in our map of Nevada project.  Each student was responsible for a different element of the map that they research and decide how it will be represented on the map.  They are learning all about how maps work and all about the geography of Nevada.  We were hoping to get these finished up by this Thursday, but it is looking like we will need a few more days.  We should have all the supplies needed for the maps, if they want to bring in something different your child will let you know!

Math update with Mrs. Neal

Hello 4th grade families,
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving and Fall break. Here is the homework for this upcoming week:
Week of 11/27
4th grade:
Monday- Pick something you know you need more practice with that we have learned so far this year (I will be checking for 20 minutes of work)
Tuesday- Practice math facts
Wednesday- Area model page 1
Thursday- Area model page 2

Thanks and have a great week!

Mrs. Luyt Reading Update 11/13-11/16/17

Reading: This week we learned about fables. The students read the fable The Ant and the Grasshopper and answered questions using evidence based terms. We also began reassessing their reading levels. On Thursday, we took a Latin/Greek test. If you child received a 1, please be sure to sign and return the test so I know you have seen it. Students will receive new Latin/Greek words on 11/27/17 (next assessment 12/7).  After the break, we will be continuing to read a fable, The Donkey and the Load of Salt and a Wonder Story assignment where they will use evidence based terms to answer questions. We will also be reassessing their reading levels. In addition, students will be having a Spelling test on 11/30/17.

Homework: Read 20 minutes everyday. Study spelling words (assessment 11/30). Study Latin/Greek words for assessment  (assessment 12/7). 

Math update with Mrs. Neal

Hello 4th grade families,
This week in math we have begun learning about factors and multiples. We can find the least common multiple between two numbers as well as the greatest common multiple. The homework for this week will be as follows:
Week of 11/15
4th grade:
Monday- IXL A.10
Tuesday- IXL D.2
Wednesday- Practice test, evens
Thursday- Practice math facts

Thanks and have a great week!

Reading update with Mrs. Luyt 11/6-11/9

Reading: This week we learned about fables. The students read the fable The Fox and the Grapes and answered questions using evidence based terms. On Thursday, we took a spelling test. If you child received a 1, please be sure to sign and return the test so I know you have seen it. Students will receive new spelling words on 11/13/17 (next assessment 11/30).  Next week, we will be continuing to read a fable, The Ant and the Grasshopper and use evidence based terms to answer questions. We will also be reassessing their reading levels for the next two weeks. In addition, students will be having a Latin/Greek test on 11/16/17.

Writing Update with Mrs. Duarte

Fourth graders did some review of parts of speech this week in Writing, in addition to completing several assessments related to language and the writing process.  This information will assist us in report card grading, as well as knowing what areas we need to re-focus on in the future.  Students enjoyed several activities to better familiarize themselves with prepositions and adjectives and to understand their importance in the writing process.  Next week will include a look at Thanksgiving and some prompts around the Thanksgiving theme in the areas of narrative, opinion, and informational.

Math update with Mrs. Neal

Hello all!
This week in math we wrapped up our work with addition and subtraction using the partial sum and partial difference strategies. We also had a blast with our Halloween fun. It was great seeing all the fun costumes! The homework for this week will be:
Week of 11/6
4th grade:
Monday- IXL D.3
Tuesday- LCM page
Wednesday- IXL A.11
Thursday- IXL D.4

Thanks and have a great week!

Reading Update from Mrs. Luyt 10/30-11/2/17

We made it to November! Last week we had a fun and eventful Halloween on Tuesday. We participated in the school-wide costume parade, which was a lot of fun. 

I know 4th grade took a trip to the book fair last week. I also sent home November's Scholastic Book Order forms, so if you weren't able to make it to the book fair and would like to order books, please do so before November 10th.

REMEMBER TO TURN BACK YOUR CLOCKS ON SUNDAY FOR DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME!

Reading: This week we reviewed character traits, point of view, context clues, plot structure, and themes. On Thursday, we took a Latin/Greek test. If you child received a 1, please be sure to sign and return the test so I know you have seen it. Students will receive new Latin/Greek Words on 11/6/17 (next assessment 11/16).  Next week, we will be reading a fable and determining its theme and use context clues to determine the meaning of unknown words or phrases. In addition, students will be having a spelling test on 11/9/17.

Homework: Read 20 minutes everyday. Study spelling words (assessment 11/9). Study Latin/Greek words for assessment  (assessment 11/16). 

Writing Update with Mrs. Duarte

Students worked on their description skills in writing by creating their own version of a Haunted House and then writing a "sales advertisement" describing their house.  Then they took their description and built it into a story about visiting a Haunted House on Halloween night while trick-or-treating.   We also completed a narrative post assessment using a prompt.