Fourth Grade: School and Academics Articles

What to Expect in Fourth Grade
Getting ready for fourth grade? Here's a comprehensive look at what parents can expect this year.

4th Grade Writing: What Happens
In fourth grade, writing becomes even more important. Your child will be expressing his or her thoughts and ideas, as well as what has been learned, in book reports, research papers, essays, and poetry. What else can you expect? Read on.

4th Grade Reading: What Happens
Fourth grade reading is about getting faster and better at reading. Know where your child should be in reading before and after fourth grade.
Fourth Grade Summer Reading List
Looking for a solid gold reading list to kick off the summer? Look no further. We've combed the shelves for new titles that have what it takes to engage fourth grade readers all summer long. Here's our list of favorites.

4th Grade Math: What Happens
Fourth grade math is characterized by skill building and growth. Your child has learned many new mathematic concepts during the elementary years. This year your child will be refining his or her abilities.

4th Grade Science: What Happens
Fourth grade science covers a lot of ground. What should your child know by the end of the school year? Read on to find out.

4th Grade Social Studies: What Happens
These checklists will help you know where your child should be at the beginning and end of fourth grade social studies.
- Reading, Writing, and Crossing the Midline
- Talking in Class
- Help Your Child Understand One-to-One Correspondence
- Holiday Helper: Embellished Tote Bag
- Healthy Store-Bought Lunch Box Snacks
- Make a Dreamcatcher
- School Avoidance
- Foster Self-Regulation Skills with Games
- Stop! It's a hexagon!
- Stop Worrying Parents!