Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, and Grammar
In fourth grade, language arts encompasses concepts in vocabulary and grammar skill work, reading, and writing. We use the Wordly Wise program for vocabulary acquisition. Fourth graders will participate in both readers' and writers' workshops. Both are based on the idea that students need to read and write every single day and should make choices about what they read and write. The workshop model allows me to meet students' individual needs and know them deeply as readers and writers!
Workshop Model
Here is a visual representation of what the workshop model is. This is how both our readers' and writers' workshop is structured.
In fourth grade, we RACE the question!
R - restate the question
A - answer the question
C - cite evidence
E - explain/expand your thinking
How do you cite evidence?
Be a Text Talker!
"The author stated..."
"On page ___, it said..."
"The text explicitly states..."
"The text says that..."
Your most important homework each night is to read!! You should be reading at least 20 minutes per night!
In fourth grade, language arts encompasses concepts in vocabulary and grammar skill work, reading, and writing. We use the Wordly Wise program for vocabulary acquisition. Fourth graders will participate in both readers' and writers' workshops. Both are based on the idea that students need to read and write every single day and should make choices about what they read and write. The workshop model allows me to meet students' individual needs and know them deeply as readers and writers!
Workshop Model
Here is a visual representation of what the workshop model is. This is how both our readers' and writers' workshop is structured.
- Mini-lesson: During this time, I will teach a strategy lesson relating to reading or writing. Students will take notes and participate in think-pair-share or class discussions.
- Independent work: Students will read or write independently, practicing the strategy taught during the mini-lesson. During this time, I will confer with readers and writers one-on-one. We'll discuss strengths, goals, and develop plans for growth.
- Share/reflection: During this time, students will reflect on the importance of the strategy taught and/or how to apply it in their work.
In fourth grade, we RACE the question!
R - restate the question
A - answer the question
C - cite evidence
E - explain/expand your thinking
How do you cite evidence?
Be a Text Talker!
"The author stated..."
"On page ___, it said..."
"The text explicitly states..."
"The text says that..."
Your most important homework each night is to read!! You should be reading at least 20 minutes per night!