1. Welcome to 4 th Grade Curriculum Night September 17, 2013 5:00pm & 6:00 pm

2. Agenda for Tonight Curriculum – Literacy – Math – Social Studies – Science AR Expectations Behavior Expectations Ways to Help

3. Literacy Curriculum

4. Reading Street Concept – each concept includes multiple skills within one theme, which integrates language arts with science and social studies.

5. Literacy Curriculum Concept Test At the end of every concept students will have a test, which incorporates the literacy skills, social studies, and science. At the end of every concept, students will also have a written task assessment. Concept Tests and Written Assessments are entered as a language arts grade. Concept Tests are created by the district.

6. Literacy Curriculum How can I help my child at home? Make sure they are studying their spelling skills. Review vocabulary words and meanings. Allow them to use the resource websites. Make sure they are reading AR nightly. Let them read out loud to you to practice their reading fluency.

7. – Explain – Now Inform – Write to explain Expository Essays Narrative Essays – Tell about an experience… – Write about an adventure… – Tell about a time… – Write a story… – What happened… FCAT Writing

8. Writing Curriculum Expository Prompt

9. Writing Curriculum Narrative Prompt

10. Math Curriculum

11. Go Math! Fastt Math & Multiplication Facts Math Journals Homework

12. Math Curriculum At School: Daily Lessons – Smart Board – Problem Solving – Small Group Practice Textbook Math Journals At Home: Homework Study Math Journals www.thinkcentral.com

13. Math Curriculum Math Fact Practice At School: – Fast Math – Timed Drills – Practice Games & Activities At Home – Flash Cards – Games – Math Websites

14. Math Curriculum Math Journals Math journals help students: Study Vocabulary Focus on problem solving Examples of work Tool for study and practice

15. Science Curriculum

16. Body of Knowledge: Nature of Science Body of Knowledge: Earth and Space Science Body of Knowledge: Physical Science Body of Knowledge: Life Science  Practice of Science  Characteristics of Science Knowledge  Role of Theories, Laws, Hypothesis, and Models  Science and Society  Earth in Space in Time  Earth Structures  Earth Systems and Patterns  Properties of Matter  Changes in Matter  Forms of Energy  Energy Transfer and Transformations  Motion of Objects  Forces and Changes in Motion  Organization and Development of Living Organisms  Diversity and Evolution of Living Organisms  Heredity and Reproduction  Interdependence  Matter and Energy Transformations Science Curriculum National Geographic National Geographic Science is built to target The Next Generation Sunshine State Standards and is a research-based program that brings science learning to life. Students focus on Three Big Ideas:  Life Science  Earth Science  Physical Science

17. Science Curriculum What does a typical chapter look like? – Explore Activity (science activity) – Vocabulary – Meet an expert – Think Like a Scientist – Lessons – Chapter Test – Science Special

18. Students use science notebooks in class to record a variety of material learned in each chapter such as:  Recording Predictions, observations and results  Vocabulary  Student drawings  Tables, charts and graphs  Important notes, reports and reflections  Inquiry Activities: These provide an opportunity for students to ask questions and do investigations like scientists do Writing and recording what they learn will help students understand why they are doing the activities and what it teaches them. Science Curriculum Science Journal

19. Accelerated Reader

20. Accelerated Reader (AR) AR is an interactive reading program that tests students’ comprehension. Gives an independent reading level Range of books the students can read and comprehend without assistance. Example- (3.0-4.0) or (3.2-4.1) Students need to practice reading every day. Students take the STAR test once per quarter and levels are adjusted based on the results.

21. Where can I find AR Home Connect? https://hosted104.renlearn.com/736819/Hom eConnect/Login.aspx https://hosted104.renlearn.com/736819/Hom eConnect/Login.aspx You will need your child’s AR user name and password (This was sent home. Contact your child’s teacher if you need another copy). Teacher websites have the link to Home Connect.

22. Accelerated Reading Expectations

23. MLE Behavior System

24. Behavior Expectations Classroom Expectations Attentive Listening Follow directions the first time they are given Eyes and ears on the speaker Mutual Respect for others Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself Walk and use quiet voices in the classroom and hallways Participate Come to school prepared and ready to learn Appreciate others and use no put-downs Be courteous, encouraging, and respectful to others and property

25. Behavior Expectations Behavior Clip Chart Clips will be moved up or down when students are or are not following procedures or instructions Any teacher or staff member may tell you to clip up or clip down Color (and reason) goes in planner each night to get signed by parent Outstanding Great Job Good Day Ready to Learn Think About It Reflection Visit Parent Contact

26. Behavior Expectations P Pride A A cademically Responsible W Wise Citizen S Safe

27. Behavior Expectations PBS (Positive Behavior Support) Students at MLE earn Panther Bucks for following guidelines and expectations for good behavior Panther Bucks are rewards and incentives for good behavior in the classroom, in the cafeteria, at specials, and on the bus! When students earn enough Panther Bucks, they are able to purchase Pop-Up Prizes which happen every 4-6 weeks.

28. Behavior Expectations Dress Code Tops: Solid color polo shirt Pants: Shorts, skorts, long pants, capris, or jumpers in khaki or navy Belts: Must be worn Jackets: No hooded sweatshirts or sweaters with designs are allowed at MLE Shoes: Closed toe shoes Hair: No razored designs

29. Class Websites

30. Ways to Help Your Child www.mle.leeschools.net

31. Ways to Help Your Child

35. Questions?

36. Thank you for coming to 4 th Grade Curriculum Night!