Math
Simplifying Expressions
ex) (15+3) + (20-10) or (11+5) -4 or 11 + (5-4)
Students should bring home their math notes every night to help them with their math homework. Math notes contain steps for solving problems as well as examples. Today we partnered with 6th graders to work on double digit multiplication. It is very important that 4th graders KNOW their multiplication facts so that they may efficiently solve problems like 98 x 45.
Science
Weather! We are using the organizational skill of 2 column notes. With parent permission, students are encouraged to watch the weather on the news and/or visit weather-related websites to look for familiar science vocabulary.
Literature
The Real Thief, by Willian Steig
Writing
Golden Gate Bridge factual essays
Laboratory
Hurricanes, non-fiction reading comprehension
Mrs. B
- 4th/5th Grade
- From the University of California, Davis, I graduated with a BA in English Literature (major) and Teacher Education (minor). While at UCD, I competed on the swim team and was a yearbook staff writer. From the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California, I earned a Master's Degree in Education, specializing in Curriculum and Instruction. While at the University of the Pacific I also wrote and received a grant for a literacy project and for a travel project. I possess a Clear Multiple Subject teaching credential with Supplementary Authorization in English from the State of California. I have passed the examination for California Teachers of English Learners (CLAD/CTEL) in all three domains. In addition, I am classified as a 'NCLB Highly Qualified Teacher'. For eleven years I have taught fourth grade (and I love it!) My education experiences also include 5th, a 4th/5th combination class, K, 1st, high school varsity/jv sports coaching and a unique & rewarding experience supervising incarcerated dual diagnosis developmentally disabled adults in math and reading activities. I am so excited to work with you this year!!