4th Grade

OBJECTIVES Students learn to:
• Learn about the range of reasons for the westward movement
• Compare what travel was like in the past, compared to today
• Create a 3-D model of a covered wagon, that can reinforce memory about the lesson of the time period

OBJECTIVES Students learn to:
•The name of our number system: Hindu-Arabic
• Alternative number system and how to use it: Roman numerals
• How to convert from one system to the other

OBJECTIVES Students learn to:
• Learn the basics of making marionettes
• See a real example of balance, controlled by where the strings are placed
• See a real example of movement

OBJECTIVES Students learn to:
• Understand the purpose of the bones in our bodies
• Recognize the names of the primary human bones
• Follow assembly instructions and use fine motor skills

OBJECTIVES Students learn to:
• Understand the interdependence we have with nature and other animals
• Be introduced to the topic of global warming and the worldwide efforts being initiated to minimize it
• Be encouraged to think of ways they can contribute to the effort