4th Grade Newsletter
9/14 - 9/18
Learning Highlights!
- Reading - Analyzing texts for inside and outside character traits. We will also begin working on story elements. We will be analyzing texts to figure out the plot, sequence and summary.
- Science - Changes From Heat
- Math - Place Value
- LA/Writing- We are working on our Narrative Essays. Specifically strong introductions.
- Social Studies - We will begin investigating Texas Regions. We will find out how they are unique to Texas and how they relate to the United States.
25 Book Challenge!
4th grade is participating in a reading challenge. Students will explore a wide variety of genres while exercising their individual reading skills! 4th grade has already gotten off to a great start! Genres to explore:
Realistic Fiction
Historical Fiction
Science Fiction
Fantasy
Mystery
Informational
Poetry
Biography
Books must be 100 pages or more to count!
Important Upcoming Dates & Reminders:
- September 15th: Tiger U Day!! Wear your college shirt!
- September 17th: Information Night 6:00 p.m.
Emails:
Ms. Bodkin: rachael.bodkin@gcisd.net
Mrs. Díaz: maria.diaz@gcisd.net
Ms. Alvarez: lenci.alvares@gcisd.net
Ms. Holley: shana.holley@gcisd.net
Ms. Bales: sloan.bales@gcisd.net
Mrs. Smith: gabriela.smith@gcisd.net
4th Grade Leadership Spotlight
About us
Website: tes4tigers.com
Location: Timberline Elementary School, Grapevine, TX, United States
Phone: (817) 251-5770
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