4th Grade Reading Activities
From cool card games that teach place value, to outdoor activities that introduce buoyancy, reading activities, writing, and more, we've got what you need to keep learning on the go. So, clear off the kitchen table and round up the family. Here's a stack of things to do with your fourth grader.
Play the "Know it All" Game with Mom!
This year on Mother's Day, play a hilarious party game to challenge your child: does he know Mom as well as you know him?
Invent a Secret Code!
For a curious fourth grader, what could be more fun than a secret code, especially if it's connected to a tree fort, a secret spot, or a special friendship? Turns out that in addition to the fun, codes can also provide great practice in logical reasoning. Here's how you can start.
Write a New Ending!
Knowing how to use quotation marks to write character dialog is an important skill for developing writers. Here's a fun way to get your child writing speech.
Practice Reading by Getting into Character!
Here's an activity that will have your child perform a "reader's theater" by reading dialogue aloud for an audience. This activity is a great way to understand character and practice oral reading skills.
Make an Illustrated Vocabulary Book!
Memorizing new vocabulary can be tough, but getting creative with the process can be a big help. Here's a great activity to get your child using imagination and artistic skills to create a handmade vocabulary book, complete with illustrations!
Make a Freedom Kite!
Making a Freedom Kite is a great way to show appreciation for independence on this special day, and enjoy the summer sunshine with family.
Make a Prefix-Suffix Flip Book
Here's a tool that will help your fourth grader break down complex words without a sweat. Create a prefix-suffix flip-book and help improve your child's decoding skills and vocabulary.
Write a List Poem
If you can write a list, you can write a poem! Help your child practice her writing while channeling her inner poet in this activity that has her composing an entire poem from a simple list.
Unplug Yourself with a "Little House" Dinner
The "Little House" books are a popular series with adults and kids alike. In this activity, you'll start a book club with your family and then plan a themed dinner based on the "Little House" books. It's a guaranteed good time for everyone!
Have a Word of the Day Competition
Increase your child's vocabulary with this fun, competitive game. One word is picked out of a bag each day, and whoever uses it correctly the most times wins! This game will help build your child's word bank, and can even help her score higher on those tricky standardized tests!
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