Parent Information

Math Before Bed - We encourage kids to read before bed, but what about some open-ended math questions before bed, too? Try these (at any point in the day) to foster discussions.

Fourth Grade Curriculum

Reading Learning Progressions:
Informational Texts
Narrative Texts

Parent Tips for Helping Children with Reading

Writing Learning Progressions: (coming soon)
Informational Writing
Opinion Writing
Narrative Writing

Math Parent Resources
Math Parent Resources

Homework Help
-Setting up a Homework Center
-10 Tips from Scholastic
-Games to practice math facts

Need Extra Practice?
Does your child need extra practice with skills or concepts? Check out the Student Links page for some options, or use websites which will require more adult support or a paid account.

Worksheet Creator - Parents are often asking for extra worksheets to practice a skill... with this website you can create your own customized sheets for many skills

IXL - A great resource for reviewing math/ELA concepts. The website doesn't follow our curriculum for science and social studies, but you can always learn something new! You can make an account if you'd like, but there is free practice available for students.

Reflex Math - Does your student need extra practice with basic facts? This is a great website that uses fun games and still targets individual needs. It has been highly recommended by other teachers at Brown School. There is a free trial available, but you need to pay for an account to continue using the site.

MindUP
MindUP for families
Just Breathe - A short video about mindful breathing
Check out the Fourth Grade Mindfulness board on Pinterest

Growth Mindset - Check out the Fourth Grade Pinterest board

Other
Parent Toolkit - What to expect from fourth graders academically, physically, emotionally, and socially