Science in the Fourth Grade
Solving chemical mysteries, creating eco-friendly landscapes, and building electric motors are just a few of the fun activities students undertake while learning fundamental science skills. We blend authentic, project-based activities to give students the opportunity to come up with their own conclusions to scientific questions. Professional guidance and engaging activities result in new learning that will spark a love for scientific inquiry and investigation.
Science Option A
Chemical Labs
In this course, students learn about the science of chemistry by using household products to conduct fun and engaging experiments. Students apply critical thinking skills to solve chemical mysteries, explore household chemicals, learn how chemicals interact with one another, and learn how to record their own data, make predictions, and draw conclusions while having a blast!
Lesson 1–The Science of Chemistry
Lesson 2–Solving Chemical Mysteries
Lesson 3–Common Household Chemicals
Lesson 4–Research and Inquiry
Lesson 5–Culminating Activity
Science Option B
Land and Water Labs
In this course, students learn all about the attributes of land and water and how they coexist. Children learn about stream tables, how groundwater forms, and how water shapes land. Students manipulate models by creating streams, building dams, and growing vegetation. In our culminating activity, students plan and create their own landscapes in their stream tables.
Lesson 1–Stream Tables
Lesson 2–Manipulating Models
Lesson 3–How Water Shapes Land
Lesson 4–Create Your Own Landscape Day 1
Lesson 5–Create Your Own Landscape Day 2
Science Option C
Magnets and Motors
In this course, students investigate the properties of magnets and the magnetic properties of electric currents. They build compasses, electromagnets, and electric motors while learning fundamental science concepts and having lots of fun. And finally as a culminating project, students create their own electricity with a generator.
Lesson 1–Compass Lab
Lesson 2–Electromagnet Lab
Lesson 3–Electric Motor Lab
Lesson 4–Commercial Electric Motor Lab
Lesson 5–Electricity Lab
Technology in the Fourth Grade
Our fourth grade technology curriculum continues to focus on honing skills students already have and adding to that skill set by providing children authentic, project-based activities that boost confidence and creativity. Because fourth graders have a natural interest in technology, We use that to teach technology skills by providing unique real-world learning opportunities so that children can make the connection between technology and how to best use it safely.
Technology Option A
Introduction to Computer Programming for Grade 4
Every student should have an opportunity to learn about computing. Children are engaged by computers, laptops, and smartphones. In Introduction to Computer Programming for Grade 4, students go beyond using these devices, and learn how to program these technologies. Programming is simply giving the computer explicit directions on how to complete a task. Students write increasingly complex programs they can play with and share with their classmates and families, while learning how to collaborate with others, hone their problem-solving skills, and persist through challenging problems.
Lesson 1
Introduction to Technology and Computer Programming
Lesson 2
Graph Paper Programming (Unplugged Activity)
Paper Planes (Unplugged Activity)
Maze Sequence
Lesson 3
Artist Sequence
Getting Loopy (Unplugged Activity)
Lesson 4
Maze Loops
Artist Loops
Bee Loops
Lesson 5
Student Showcase
Technology Option B
Productivity Software Learning Labs
By grade 4, students are already tech-savvy. In Productivity Software Learning Labs, students go beyond basic computing to using productivity software. Students are immersed in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation real-world projects whereby they learn invaluable computing concepts. Children leave this course with an expansive foundation of technology skills.
Lesson 1–Word Processing
Lesson 2–Spreadsheets
Lesson 3–Presentations
Lesson 4–Digital Art
Lesson 5–Student Showcase
Technology Option C
Kid Blogs
In this course, our student authors get a voice of their own that they can share safely online using kidblog.com. We teach kids authoring concepts while encouraging them to creatively compose! Students learn about digital citizenship in a safe, creative environment. This course give children’s writing a meaningful purpose with an authentic audience of their peers. Each lesson focuses on a different skill needed to become an engaging author.
Lesson 1–Introduction to Writing Online
Lesson 2–Creative Writing Lab
Lesson 3–Book Club Lab
Lesson 4–Math Notebook Lab
Lesson 5–Science Notebook Lab
Engineering in the Fourth Grade
Our engineering curriculum introduces the basic principles of engineering using hands-on projects and activities that focus on the design process. Students design, build, and test structures while learning the fundamentals of engineering individually and in teams. We stress creativity, innovation, and and fun! Activities are designed so that students problem-solve by thinking “outside the box,” and engineering designs that are safe, efficient, and solve authentic engineering dilemmas.
Engineering Option A
Hands-On Engineering Labs
In this project-based course, students build gliders, aqua thrusters, and other fun and engaging fourth grade engineering feats! Because children are natural-born engineers, they already love to build, wreck, and build again! They can do that here, while learning engineering concepts that they will use long after the program ends.
Lesson 1–Aqua Thruster Lab
Lesson 2–Ball Bounce Lab
Lesson 3–Glider Competition Lab
Lesson 4–Yogurt Cup Speaker Lab
Lesson 5–Break the Tension Lab
Engineering Option B
Engineering Structures
What child doesn’t want to build the tallest tower or design the fastest marble run? In Engineering Structures students build towers, bridges, magnetic buildings, and other fun structures while they learn important engineering skills. Children are born builders (and wreckers!), we build on those abilities while teaching kids how to problem-solve, work collaboratively in groups, and most importantly, to think like engineers.
Lesson 1–Bridges Building Lab
Lesson 2–Vehicle Building Lab
Lesson 3–Magnetic Building Lab
Lesson 4–Marble Run Lab
Lesson 5–Roller Coaster Lab
Engineering Option C
Lego Engineering Labs
The aim of this course is to inspire and support students in creating innovative engineering projects using LEGO’s. If you’re new to LEGO STEM Labs, this is the perfect place to begin! Students are challenged with real-world engineering missions while learning fundamental engineering concepts and team building skills.
Lesson 1–Simple Machines
Lesson 2–Powered Machines
Lesson 3–Lab 1
Lesson 4–Lab 2
Lesson 5–Student Showcase
Math in the Fourth Grade
From math games to digital math, our curriculum blends fun and learning in a technology-rich environment that promotes blended learning and individual attention for guaranteed student success. Students are introduced to online learning opportunities in Digital Math, they get a head start on upcoming mathematical concepts in Math Missions: Grade 4 Edition, and they connect math with other disciplines such as art and history in Math Connections.
Math Option A
Digital Math
In this course, students are introduced to and practice new math skills using computers and tablets. They learn new technical skills while learning mathematics. The lessons in this course are colorful, cheerful, vibrant, constantly evolving, and most of all fun! Students learn new math concepts, how to navigate digital devices, how to work in teams, and how to be safe online.
Lesson 1–Internet Introduction Lab and Internet Safety Lab
Lesson 2–Introduction to Math Learning Software
Lesson 3–Games, Games, Math, and Games
Lesson 4–Math Websites
Lesson 5–Student Showcase
Math Option B
Math Missions: Grade 4 Edition
In Math Missions: Grade 4 Edition, students are introduced to fundamental mathematical concepts that will give them an edge in school. We begin by reviewing essential skills that are necessary for further success in Grade 4. We then add to that skill set by immersing students in engaging learning activities that reinforce confidence in their mathematical abilities.
Lesson 1–Review of Essential Skills
Lesson 2–Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division
Lesson 3–Fractions and Decimals
Lesson 4–Place Value and Rounding
Lesson 5–Geometry
Math Option C
Math Connections
In this course, we learn how math lives all around us in almost everything we do. We show students that math is not just about numbers, but that it is also connected to many other disciplines. We blend math with other interesting topics such as art and science, so that students recognize the immense ability to create and innovate even within the confines of mathematical rules. The earlier kids begin to think like creators and innovators, the earlier they will create and innovate!
Lesson 1–Math and Art
Lesson 2–Math and Science
Lesson 3–Math and History
Lesson 4–Math and ELA
Lesson 5–Student Showcase