Fourth Grade Newsletter
Issue 6, February 1st
Note from the Teachers
A highlight of January was our field trip to Monticello. We had such a great time exploring Thomas Jefferson's home, and we learned so much from our fantastic tour guides. We were particularly impressed by the students' awesome questions and good listening skills. Thank you to the parents who were able to join us!
We are excited for February as we get back into a more normal school routine (hoping for no more snow!). Thanks for all you do at home to support your child's success at Chimborazo.
Sincerely,
Ms. Coleman, Ms. Commander, Ms. Haley, and Ms. Melson
What We're Learning
Math
Add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers with like and unlike denominators
Read, write, represent, and identify decimals expressed through the thousandths
Round decimals to the nearest whole number
Compare and order decimals
ELA
Read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts
Distinguish between fact and opinion
Draw conclusions and make inferences about text
Virginia Studies and Science
Virginia Studies:
Identify the three branches of government and the function of each
Explain the major events and the differences between North and Southern states that divided Virginias and led to secession, the civil war, and the creation of West Virginia
Describe Virginia's role in the civil war, including identifying major battles that took place in Virginia
Science:
Investigate and understand how weather conditions and phenomena occur and can be predicted
Investigate and understand important Virginia natural resources
Mark Your Calendar
January 31st - Fourth Grade St. John's Church field trip
February 6th - Blue Sky field trip
February 8th - Chimborazo Winter Dance
February 14th - Valentine's Day
February 18th - No school, President's Day
February 28th - Blue Sky field trip