Fourth Grade
Integrated Arts
August
I can sing and play in a small group with accurate pitch, intonation, rhythm, and technique within various music contexts.
I can demonstrate audience-appropriate behavior for the context and style of music presented and performed in 4th grade.
I can analyze and reflect on the elements of art and design to communicate ideas.
I can synthesize knowledge of elements of art and principles of design to creatively communicate ideas.
I can recognize that artwork may serve functional purposes, be purely decorative, or serve multiple purposes.
I can describe the music performed and presented in my grade level by moving, drawing, or through other appropriate responses.
September
I can sing and play in a small group with accurate pitch, intonation, rhythm, and technique within various music contexts.
I can demonstrate audience-appropriate behavior for the context and style of music presented and performed in 4th grade.
I can analyze and reflect on the elements of art and design to communicate ideas.
I can synthesize knowledge of elements of art and principles of design to creatively communicate ideas.
I can recognize that artwork may serve functional purposes, be purely decorative, or serve multiple purposes.
I can describe the music performed and presented at my grade level by moving, drawing, or through other appropriate responses
October
I can sing and play in a small group with accurate pitch, intonation, rhythm, and technique within various music contexts.
I can demonstrate audience-appropriate behavior for the context and style of music presented and performed in 4th grade.
I can analyze and reflect on the elements of art and design to communicate ideas.
I can synthesize knowledge of elements of art and principles of design to creatively communicate ideas.
I can recognize that artwork may serve functional purposes, be purely decorative, or serve multiple purposes.
I can describe the music performed and presented at my grade level by moving, drawing, or through other appropriate responses.
November
I can sing and play in a small group with accurate pitch, intonation, rhythm, and technique within various music contexts.
I can demonstrate audience-appropriate behavior for the context and style of music presented and performed in 4th grade.
I can analyze and reflect on the elements of art and design to communicate ideas.
I can synthesize knowledge of elements of art and principles of design to creatively communicate ideas.
I can recognize that artwork may serve functional purposes, be purely decorative, or serve multiple purposes.
I can describe the music performed and presented at my grade level by moving, drawing, or through other appropriate responses.
December
I can sing and play in a small group with accurate pitch, intonation, rhythm, and technique within various music contexts.
I can demonstrate audience-appropriate behavior for the context and style of music presented and performed in 4th grade.
I can analyze and reflect on the elements of art and design to communicate ideas.
I can synthesize knowledge of elements of art and principles of design to creatively communicate ideas.
I can recognize that artwork may serve functional purposes, be purely decorative, or serve multiple purposes.
I can describe the music performed and presented in my grade level by moving, drawing, or through other appropriate responses.
January
I can sing and play in a small group with accurate pitch, intonation, rhythm, and technique within various music contexts.
I can demonstrate audience-appropriate behavior for the context and style of music presented and performed in 4th grade.
I can analyze and reflect on the elements of art and design to communicate ideas.
I can synthesize knowledge of elements of art and principles of design to creatively communicate ideas.
I can recognize that artwork may serve functional purposes, be purely decorative, or serve multiple purposes.
I can describe the music performed and presented at my grade level by moving, drawing, or through other appropriate responses.
February
I can sing and play in a small group with accurate pitch, intonation, rhythm, and technique within various music contexts.
I can demonstrate audience-appropriate behavior for the context and style of music presented and performed in 4th grade.
I can analyze and reflect on the elements of art and design to communicate ideas.
I can synthesize knowledge of elements of art and principles of design to creatively communicate ideas.
I can recognize that artwork may serve functional purposes, be purely decorative, or serve multiple purposes.
I can describe the music performed and presented at my grade level by moving, drawing, or through other appropriate responses.
March
I can sing and play in a small group with accurate pitch, intonation, rhythm, and technique within various music contexts.
I can demonstrate audience-appropriate behavior for the context and style of music presented and performed in 4th grade.
I can analyze and reflect on the elements of art and design to communicate ideas.
I can synthesize knowledge of elements of art and principles of design to creatively communicate ideas.
I can recognize that artwork may serve functional purposes, be purely decorative, or serve multiple purposes.
I can describe the music performed and presented at my grade level by moving, drawing, or through other appropriate responses.
April
I can sing and play in a small group with accurate pitch, intonation, rhythm, and technique within various music contexts.
I can demonstrate audience-appropriate behavior for the context and style of music presented and performed in 4th grade.
I can analyze and reflect on the elements of art and design to communicate ideas.
I can synthesize knowledge of elements of art and principles of design to creatively communicate ideas.
I can recognize that artwork may serve functional purposes, be purely decorative, or serve multiple purposes.
I can describe the music performed and presented at my grade level by moving, drawing, or through other appropriate responses
May
I can sing and play in a small group with accurate pitch, intonation, rhythm, and technique within various music contexts.
I can demonstrate audience-appropriate behavior for the context and style of music presented and performed in 4th grade.
I can analyze and reflect on the elements of art and design to communicate ideas.
I can synthesize knowledge of elements of art and principles of design to creatively communicate ideas.
I can recognize that artwork may serve functional purposes, be purely decorative, or serve multiple purposes.
I can describe the music performed and presented at my grade level by moving, drawing, or through other appropriate responses
June
I can sing and play in a small group with accurate pitch, intonation, rhythm, and technique within various music contexts.
I can demonstrate audience-appropriate behavior for the context and style of music presented and performed in 4th grade.
I can analyze and reflect on the elements of art and design to communicate ideas.
I can synthesize knowledge of elements of art and principles of design to creatively communicate ideas.
I can recognize that artwork may serve functional purposes, be purely decorative, or serve multiple purposes.
I can describe the music performed and presented at my grade level by moving, drawing, or through other appropriate responses.
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Math
August
Unit 1 Multiplicative Thinking
I can multiply and divide within 100.
I can use strategies to assist with multiplying and dividing (i.e., breaking apart or rearranging numbers).
I can solve multiplication and division word problems within 100.
I can find the area of a rectangle.
September
Continuation of August
October
Unit 2 Multi-Digit Multiplication & Early Division
I can multiply by 10, 100, and 1,000.
I can multiply 2-digit numbers.
I can represent multiplication with arrays and ratio tables (see parent letter for illustrations).
I can divide with and without remainders.
I can solve multiplication and division story problems.
November
Unit 3 Fractions and Decimals
I can compare fractions to see which is bigger or smaller with like & unlike denominators (bottom of the fraction).
I can locate fractions on a number line.
I can add and subtract fractions with like and unlike denominators (bottom of the fraction).
I can identify equivalent (equal) fraction and decimals (like 1/2 and 0.5).I can compare decimal numbers to see which is bigger or smaller.
December
Continuation of November
January
Unit 4 Addition, Subtraction, and Measurement
I can compare multi-digit numbers and identify the value.
I can use the standard algorithms (borrow and carry) for addition and subtraction.
I can measure length, distance, liquid volume, time, mass, and weight.
I can compare addition and subtraction strategies to find which one works best (most efficent).
I can convert measurements from one unit to another (e.g., centimeters to meters but not centimeters to inches).
February
Unit 5 Geometry and Measurement
I can measure angles.
I can sort and group shapes by counting the number/kind of sides and counting angles they have.
I can calculate the area and perimeter of rectangles.
I can discover lines of symmetry in shapes (a line that can be drawn in order for both sides to match perfectly).
March
Unit 6 Multiplication & Division, Data & Fractions
I can multiply multi-digit numbers.
I can divide multi-digit numbers.
I can find the area of shapes (amount of space they cover).
I can find the perimeter of shapes (the distance around the shape).
I can show that different fractions can mean the same amount.
I can add & subtract mixed numbers (fractions & whole numbers).
April
Unit 7 Reviewing & Extending Fractions, Decimals& Multi-Digit Multiplication
I can compare fractions.
I can recognize and create equivalent fractions (4/6 = 2/3; if you take the same-sized object and divide it into either 6 parts or 3 parts, shading 4 or 2 respectively will cover the exact same area).
I can model decimal numbers.
I can compare decimal numbers.
I can multiply 2-digit numbers using standard algorithm or other methods.
May
Unit 8 Playground Design
I can learn about simple machines such as pendulums, levers, inclined planes, and wheels.
I can research & evaluate considerations for playground features and safety through reading, online research, and student surveys.
I can design & build model playgrounds to meet specific criteria and constraints.
I can work with scaled drawings and dimensions.
I can research project costs to determine an appropriate budget proposal.
I can practice math skills developed earlier this year, especially those involving measurement, money, and geometry.
