Teaching 4th grade ELA students to build better visual displays
…and that is why I suggest we look at the specific way students select their support materials during our next planning session. For your 4th grade English Language Arts block, Enhancing Presentations with Media is a straightforward resource that bridges the gap... read more
Supporting Claims with Evidence in 4th Grade ELA
“Describe in depth a character, setting, or event in a story or drama, drawing on specific details in the text.” This is the core requirement of CA.ELA.RL.4.3, a California-adopted standard found in 4th grade English Language Arts classrooms from Poway... read more
Teaching 4th Grade English Language Arts Writing Versatility
Developing adaptability in writing is a primary goal for any 4th grade teacher. As students move from learning how to write sentences to crafting coherent essays, they must also learn that not all writing tasks require the same amount of time, the same tone, or the... read more
A Fourth Grade ELA Lesson on Researching the California Gold Rush
…and that is why I keep the Researching the California Gold Rush module saved for those moments when a student needs a quick, structured review. If you are working with a fourth grader who missed the unit or just needs a solid afternoon of independent study,... read more