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4th Grade Math, English & Science Classes

Every A Grade Ahead program available in 4th Grade — choose a subject to see its month-by-month curriculum.

Broaden the mind.

Applying all four operations in varying formats — building fluency with fractions, decimals, and probability as the foundation for advanced mathematics.

A Grade Ahead’s 4th grade math program begins preparing students with a foundation of skills necessary to excel in advanced math. Students apply all operations in varying formats, including word problems. Concepts students learn from our 4th grade curriculum include, but are not limited to:

  • Time-saving skills and methods

  • Probability and statistics

  • Algebraic equations

  • Geometry

Month by Month 4th Grade Curriculum Breakdown

Curriculum Numericals Path
June : Month 1

Place value; Rounding; Estimation

Multiply/Divide/Fractions 1:

Examples: 1,569 ÷ 4 = ? and 3/12 = 1/4

July : Month 2

Factors & multiplication; Algebra

Multiply/Divide/Fractions 2:

Examples: 457 x 457 = ? and 6/27 = 2/9

August : Month 3

Time; Graphs

Multiply/Divide/Fractions 3:

Examples: 256 x 15 = ? and 8/10 = x/5

September : Month 4

PEMDAS; 2-Step word problems; Patterns; Metric system

Multiply/Divide/Fractions 4:

Examples: 12,030 ÷ 19 and 5/12 < 2/4

October : Month 5

Length; Weight; Liquid volume

Algebraic Thinking 2:

Examples: 22 x _ = 66 and _ + 5 = 12

November : Month 6

Geometry

Fractions 1:

Examples: 27/6 = 4 1/2 and 1 4/8 = 3/2

December : Month 7

Geometry; Fractions

Decimals 1:

Example: 24.65 + 37.52 and 75.29 - 49.82

January : Month 8

Decimals; Money

Decimals 2:

Examples: 221.5 rounds to 222.0 and 13.67 rounds to 13.70

February (Test Prep Month)

Standardized Test Preparation

*Some academies may offer in a month other than February. Check with your local academy.

Decimals 3:

Examples: 79.205 rounds to 79.210 and 140.97 rounds to 141.0

March : Month 9

Algebra; Coordinate grid; Statistics

Fractions/Decimals 1:

Examples: 39/10 converts to 3.9 and 0.2 converts to 1/5

April : Month 10

Graphical data; Probability; Properties

Fractions/Decimals 2:

Examples: 3/8 converts to 0.375 and 3.9 converts to 3 9/10

May : Month 11

Preparing to Move A Grade Ahead

Fractions/Decimals 3:

Examples: 3/8 = ? and 4.2 = ?

Broaden the mind.

Introducing students to a new world of reading and writing — developing creativity, advanced composition, and a deep understanding of language arts.

A Grade Ahead’s 4th grade English program introduces students to a new world of reading and writing. Students will use their creativity to develop advanced writings. Our English lessons are aligned with national and state standards and our curriculum incorporates language arts topics such as:

4th grade English students receive weekly work that will focus on vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension on writing.

  • Understanding and using parts of speech

  • Comprehension and response

  • Brainstorming and pre-writing

  • Composing essays and poetry

  • Editing

Month by Month 4th Grade English Curriculum Breakdown

Curriculum Topics
June : Month 1

Prose constructed response; Nouns and adjectives; Verbs and tenses

July : Month 2

Comprehension elements; Adverbs; Pre-writing

August : Month 3

Pronouns; Comprehension elements; Homonyms

September : Month 4

Punctuation; Apostrophes; Pronouns

October : Month 5

Prepositions; Irregular verbs; Helping verbs

November : Month 6

Compare and contrast; Continuous tenses; Informational essays

December : Month 7

Subject and verb agreement; Informational texts; Persuasive essay

January : Month 8

Coordinating conjunctions; Sentence structure

February (Test Prep Month)

Standardized Test Preparation

*Some academies may offer in a month other than February. Check with your local academy.

March : Month 9

Figurative language; Poetry

April : Month 10

Words with multiple meanings; Comparatives and superlatives

May : Month 11

Preparing to Move A Grade Ahead

Apply scientific thinking to the world.

Applying scientific thinking across Earth science, physical science, and life science — building real-world reasoning skills through 16 weeks of focused enrichment.

With the 4th grade science activities, students will begin with an accelerated scientific method introduction through exploration and inquiry-based learning. When presented a real-life problem, students will learn how to think scientifically to reach a conclusion and gain support. Students in our enrichment science program will work through a series of Earth, physical, and life sciences where they will apply their scientific thinking skills. Through this content, 4th grade students will learn about:

Students will also learn inquiry-based learning skills, such as:

Don’t forget, your child can begin the curriculum at any time throughout the year. Start learning today!

  • Earth’s landforms and its cycles

  • Energy and electricity

  • Ecosystems and life cycles

  • Problem-solving skills

  • Ability to follow explicit directions

  • Investigation techniques

Week by Week 4th Grade Science Curriculum

Week Subject Area Topic
Week 1 Application and Inquiry The Scientific Method
Week 2 Earth Science Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition
Week 3 Earth Science The Earth’s Landforms
Week 4 Earth Science The Rock Cycle
Week 5 Earth Science The Water Cycle
Week 6 Earth Science Earth Science Project Week
Week 7 Physical Science Matter
Week 8 Physical Science Energy
Week 9 Physical Science Electricity
Week 10 Physical Science Magnetism
Week 11 Physical Science Physical Science Project Week
Week 12 Life Science Ecosystems and biosomes
Week 13 Life Science Food Chains
Week 14 Life Science Classification and Life Cycles
Week 15 Life Science Genetics and Heredity
Week 16 Life Science Life Science Project Week

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