English Language ArtsHow to Steal a Dog: Novel Study
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What we are learning in ELA this year:
Reading
In fourth grade, students read skillfully with meaning and purpose by using appropriate comprehension and vocabulary strategies. Students read from a wide variety of literary genres and informational texts. They discuss, reflect, and respond, using evidence from their reading. Students are able to analyze text to determine main idea, examine a character, or identify point of view. Students are able to use text features to add to understanding of text. Students read for pleasure and choose books based on personal preference, topic, theme, or author.
Writing
Students will write for a range of purposes, including describing, telling a story, and explaining. They are able to produce more complex writing. Students are aware of topic, audience, purpose, and form, and are able to select and sometimes adapt their writing to meet specific requirements. Their understanding and use of vocabulary introduces imagery to their writing. Informational writing reflects understanding of specific purpose, often requiring gathering and synthesizing information from a number of resources to express and justify an opinion. Students are more aware of the conventions of writing as they reflect on their strengths and weaknesses and strive to improve.
Language
Students in fourth grade understand and correctly use capitalization and punctuation and are encouraged to use correct grammar when reading, writing and speaking. Students utilize content vocabulary and descriptive language to enhance their writing.
Speaking and Listening
In fourth grade, students engage in collaborative conversations and readily contribute to discussions. They are prepared to speak to others and follow agreed upon rules for discussions. They report on information, clearly explain their own ideas, ask and answer questions, and use appropriate speech for the situation.
Handwriting
Fourth grade students use Handwriting Without Tears.
Reading
In fourth grade, students read skillfully with meaning and purpose by using appropriate comprehension and vocabulary strategies. Students read from a wide variety of literary genres and informational texts. They discuss, reflect, and respond, using evidence from their reading. Students are able to analyze text to determine main idea, examine a character, or identify point of view. Students are able to use text features to add to understanding of text. Students read for pleasure and choose books based on personal preference, topic, theme, or author.
Writing
Students will write for a range of purposes, including describing, telling a story, and explaining. They are able to produce more complex writing. Students are aware of topic, audience, purpose, and form, and are able to select and sometimes adapt their writing to meet specific requirements. Their understanding and use of vocabulary introduces imagery to their writing. Informational writing reflects understanding of specific purpose, often requiring gathering and synthesizing information from a number of resources to express and justify an opinion. Students are more aware of the conventions of writing as they reflect on their strengths and weaknesses and strive to improve.
Language
Students in fourth grade understand and correctly use capitalization and punctuation and are encouraged to use correct grammar when reading, writing and speaking. Students utilize content vocabulary and descriptive language to enhance their writing.
Speaking and Listening
In fourth grade, students engage in collaborative conversations and readily contribute to discussions. They are prepared to speak to others and follow agreed upon rules for discussions. They report on information, clearly explain their own ideas, ask and answer questions, and use appropriate speech for the situation.
Handwriting
Fourth grade students use Handwriting Without Tears.