How Does Math Change in Fourth Grade? |
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Number Sense
- Read and write numerals to hundred millions (from hundred thousands)
- Compare numbers and decimals from hundred thousands to hundredths
- Round to nearest hundred thousand as directed
- Relate and compare fractions, decimals
- Use negative numbers
- Additional math vocabulary requirements
- Add, subtract to hundred thousands
- Multiply 4 digits by 2 digits
- Divide by 2 digits
- Understand order of operations
- Calculate equivalent fractions and simplest form
- Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators
- Extend mathematical properties to fraction/decimal operations
Measurement and Geometry
- Use customary and metric measurement systems
- Convert units in customary and metric systems
- Relate customary and metric systems
- Identify plane and space figures
- Use formulas to calculate perimeter and area
- Use chord, radius, diameter
- Use translations, reflections, rotations of geometric shapes
Probability, Statistics, and Data Analysis
- Formulate survey questions, organize and represent data
- Identify mode, median, mean and data outliers
- Interpret 1 and 2 variable data graphs
Mathematical Reasoning
- Greater independence and application in problem solving
- Tell time to the minute
- Calculate elapsed time
Algebra and Functions
- Use variables in equations
- Use inequalities (<,>) and parentheses
- Extend linear patterns and determine function table rules
- Understand properties of numbers
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Extra Credit |
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I provide several optional extra credit opportunities in room P-1 each week. These are to offer enrichment in vocabulary, math, and problem solving/thinking. They are both extensions of classroom assignments, or may stand on their own.
Students completing 20 extra credit assignments may select a book ($4.95 or less) from a book order. I feel that selective use of extra credit promotes excellent study habits and encourages personal responsibility for academic success. If your child has an interest in math, the math challenge is ideal for problem solving and application skills. The vocabulary challenge applies many skills that may transfer into your child’s writing. The thinking challenge promotes a variety of skills.
In addition, periodic opportunities are available for extra credit in other subject areas. Students may write freelance articles for the classroom newspaper. Math enrichment activities are also available in their math class. Please help your child find the appropriate comfort level for extra credit opportunities to meet their needs and support independence. If you have you any further questions, please feel free to contact me. |
