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Back to School Night
Ms. Flanagan’s
Fourth Grade, Ferry School
Agenda
Curriculum OverviewClassroom PoliciesProjects/Special Events
Angela Duckworth
Motivating students and the importance of “grit”
Reading Instruction:
Reading Workshop1. Every session starts with a lesson. Lessons will cover
topics such as: character traits, author’s point of view, genre elements, figurative language (simile, personification…), theme, foreshadowing, plot, responding to reading in a log, note-taking while reading, choosing a “just right” book..
2. IDR Time- Independent Directed Reading (During this time students read from their “just right books” while I conference with students individually, in strategy groups, administer Fountas & Pinnel tests, etc.
3. Class comes back together a shares some final points before the session ends.
Reading Genres #1
NarrativeRead, identify and describe the
defining characteristics of poetry myths
legends fantasy
adventure
Myths
Fantasy Novels
Adventure Novels
Reading Genres #2
InformationalRead and identify informational text
patterns in autobiography/biography
personal essay almanac
newspaper
Reading Instructional Materials
Making MeaningComprehension building program
using read alouds (20 minutes/3 times a week)
Reading Instructional Materials
Informational articles* and short reading passages
Covering topics such as:Main idea
Fact vs. OpinionInferences
Drawing Conclusions
*Time for Kids (provided by PTO)
Homework- Oral Book Reports
1 per month (minimum)Students sign up when ready.They meet with me to discuss their book.A written record will be kept.This will be part of their reading grade.The book can be read at home and/or
during classtime.
Weekly Reading Log
Homework-Independent Reading Record
Student Independent Reading Record Ferry School…Teacher: Ms. Flanagan…Grade 4
Student _________________________________________________ Grade 4 Date of report
Title Author (last name)
Pages
Great summary …lots of details
included (character names, correct sequence
of story…)
Good summary ...some good details included but possibly not the most logical order
Needs improvement in sharing books…could tell student read book, however student needed lots of prompts
Oral Reading Code
Oral Reading Codes
+ excellent √ good / did not read this time
Independent Reading Report (monthly)
Independent Reading Report Pages recorded for the 2011-2012 school year (September- May)
Teacher: Ms. Flanagan Grade: 4
Student _______________________________
Month Number of Books
Number of Pages
September October November December January February March April May TOTAL (Sept.-May) June* not counted for report card
Writing Modes #1
NarrativeStudents will write in these forms
Myth or LegendFantasy
AdventurePoetry
Personal Narratives
Writing Modes #2
InformationStudents will write
Comparative piecesResearch project*
DirectionsOpinion pieces
Letters
Grammar and Usage
Fourth grader students will identify and use many grade appropriate grammar rules.
Some examples include: regular and irregular verbs, simple and compound sentences, apostrophes in contractions, quotation marks and commas in salutations and to set off words, phrases and dialogue…
Spelling
Words are selected based on spelling patterns and high frequency word lists
Students will pretest into one of 3 levelsLevels can change based on
performanceTests weeklyNo separate spelling grade on report
card
Speaking Conventions
Students willAdjust their use of language to
communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and for different purposes
Make presentationsBegin to use eye contactPractice noe card rehearsal
Presentations (homeroom)
Curriculum coordinated plays or Readers’ Theater will be performed a few times a year (topic examples: importance of parents, holiday, writing…)
10-15 minutes eachNo costumesPlease assist with learning lines
Handwriting
Fourth Graders willPractice writing neatly and legibly in
manuscript and cursiveImprove keyboarding skills
Science
Teacher: Mrs. Gerow
Science Topics: Earth Materials, Solar System, Magnets and Electricity
Math
Math Series: Everyday Math Math Topics: whole numbers, graphing, geometry,
measurement, fractions, time, money, problem-solving Study Links- frequent homework Differentiation will occur during lessons
Math
Math Toolkit
Math
Differentiated lessons and games
Social Studies #1
History We will use examples from Michigan history (from
statehood to the present) as a case study for learning about the US geography, economics and government.
Social Studies #2
Geography Map work- elevation, climate, population density… Understanding the work and tools of geographers Human case studies involving the influence of
migration and culture on the United States.
Social Studies # 3
Civics and Government Students will learn about how the government works Topics explored include powers of the federal government, rule
of law, checks and balances, separation of powers, and individual rights.
Students will study how all of these topics affect their daily lives.
Social Studies #4
Economics Students will deepen their understanding of the economic
principles with a focus on market economies. Students will learn how to think like an economist. Students will develop an understanding of topics such as
price, competition, incentives, specialization, division of labor, interdependence and explore their effects on productivity.
The circular flow model is introduced.
Social Studies #5
Public Discourse, Decision Making, and Citizen Involvement
Students deepen their understanding of public issues and the importance of citizen action in a democratic republic.
They will learn about and analyze public policy issues in the U.S.
Students will participate in projects to help or inform others.
Community Service Projects
Writing a Research Report- State Reports
Use the writing process to produce and present a research project using a teacher approved topic. Students will learn about
Finding and narrowing research questions Using a variety of sources Taking notes Organizing relevant information to draw
conclusions
Speaking Conventions
Students willAdjust their use of language to
communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and for different purposes
Make presentationsBegin to use eye contact Practice note card rehearsal
Homework
Science-Mrs. Gerow
All other homework- Ms. FlanaganMost homework from me will come home on a Friday and the student
will have until the following Friday to return the completed assignments.
Daily Reading Log-due Fridays
Spelling activities-due Fridays
Writing Assignment-writing and identifying author’s purpose- due Fridays
Math Study Links- about 3-4 times a week
Projects
There will be some long term projects this year.
These will include creating a business and writing a research report (state project).
Homeroom Weekly Report
The report will come home on Fridays.Please sign and return on Monday.The report will give you information on
your child’s behavior and work completion for the previous week.
Homeroom Weekly ReviewYour Child’s Weekly Review from Ms. Flanagan
Student ___________________________________________________________ Date ______________________________________________________________
BEHAVIOR UPDATE
Behavior Grade Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday GOOD
NEEDS IMPROVEMENT
Your child’s NEEDS IMPROVEMENT means that they need to work on the following area(s): _______being a kinder classmate _______listening during lessons _______staying in your seat _______using class time well _______raising your hand _______respecting other’s belongings _______following lunchtime rules _______following playground rules
ACADEMIC UPDATE
_______Your child completed most assignments on time and to his or her personal best this week. _______Your child had assignments that were late, incomplete or not up to his or her personal best this week. _______Your child is missing assignments for this week. The missing assignments are listed on the back of this paper. I have read and reviewed my child’s Weekly Review from Ms. Flanagan.
Parent Signature______________________________________________
Flanagan Fun Money
This can be earned for various reasons.The fun money may be spent on
designated days for prizes like pencils, homework passes, treats, stuffed animals, other small toys, lunchtime movie in our classroom and outings.
The designated spending days will occur about every two weeks.
Special Events (homeroom)
Literature Lockin (evening party at school in January– treasure hunt, pizza party, shirt painting, active games rotations…lots of fun) Friday, January 9 5:30-9:30 PM
Parent Tribute Night- you are showered with gifts, the students perform a play, and you should really mark your calendars for this one.
Thursday, April 23 7:00-8:00 PM
Possible Special Events (all)
Greek Day (myths) January 30th Ellis Island Simulation (immigration)
October 24th Community Service Projects (civics)
September 11th and moreFourth Grade Business Market Day
(economics) December 9th