Fantastic 4th Grade Weekly Updates
Week of January 27, 2020
Week at a Glance
Math
MGSE4.NF.3- Understand a fraction a/b with a numerator>1 as a sum of unit fractions 1/b. (c) Add and subtract mixed numbers with like denominators, e.g., by replacing each mixed number with an equivalent fraction, and/or by using properties of operations and the relationship between addition and subtraction.
MGSE4.NF.5- Express a fraction with denominator 10 as an equivalent fraction with denominator 100, and use this technique to add two fractions with respective denominators 10 and 100.
WEEKLY QUIZZES WILL BE GIVEN!
Reading
ELAGSE4RL5- Explain major differences between poems, drama, and prose, and refer to the structural elements of poems (e.g., verse, rhythm, meter) and drama (e.g., casts of characters, settings, descriptions, dialogue, stage directions) when writing or speaking about a text.
WEEKLY QUIZZES WILL BE GIVEN!
ELA/Writing
ELAGSE4L5- Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings. (a) Explain the meaning of simple similes and metaphors in context. (b) Recognize and explain the meaning of common idioms, adages, and proverbs.
ELAGSE4W1: Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons.
WEEKLY QUIZZES WILL BE GIVEN!
Science
S4E1. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to compare and contrast the physical attributes of stars, and planets.
a. Ask questions to compare and contrast technological advances that have changed the amount and type of information on distant objects in the sky.
d. Evaluate strengths and limitations of models of our solar system in describing relative size, order, appearance, and composition of planets and the sun.
(Clarification statement: Composition of planets is limited to rocky vs. gaseous.)
S4P3. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about the relationship between balanced and unbalanced forces.
b. Construct an argument to support the claim that gravitational force affects the motion of an object.
WEEKLY QUIZZES WILL BE GIVEN!
Important Information
We would like to ask that you ensure that your child has his or her supplies restocked and replenished. We also ask that you check with your child's teacher to see if there are any classroom supplies that he/she may need.
Upcoming Events
January 30: 1st Semester Awards Day/Student of the Month
Fourth Grade: 9:15- 10:00 (Cafeteria)
February 13: PTA Boosterthon Fun Run
February 14: No School for Students
South Learning Community Release Day
February 17: No School for Students and Staff
President’s Day Holiday – Schools Closed
February 19 - March 6: Spring Book Fair
Contact Us
Please connect with your child's teacher on ClassDojo. You can also reach his/her teacher via email:
Mrs. Flowers
Mrs. Lillard
Ms. Petty
Mr. Walker
Mrs. Watson
Ms. Jackson (EIP)
Website: https://www.fultonschools.org/wolfcreekes
Location: 4440 Derrick Road Southwest, Atlanta, GA, USA
Phone: 470-254-2762