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In fourth grade we get to tackle many new math concepts as well as build on skills you already know.  We will get to practice our basic facts everyday, have mini-lessons with new material, and have lots of opportunities to apply what we know. 

We will do lots of different kinds of lessons using fun technology, hands-on manipulatives, games, and a mix of large group, small group, and individual activities. Our time in math will be filled with hard work, focus, fun, and rewarding success. Here we go!

 

State Test Practice Test

Students will practice taking the NeSA-M periodically throughout the year. This is a great opportunity to preview types of questions that they will see in the spring. You can download/print a copy of the practice test HERE.  Review skills and concepts covered with your child regularly to help prepare and deepen your child's understanding.  Ask kids to explain why they think a certain answer is correct, or ask them to teach you some helpful test taking strategies they've learned. Have fun practicing and discussing math!

The IXL webpage is a wonderful spot to start practicing or reinforcing skills.  THIS PAGE is organized by the  Nebraska Math Standards. You can read through the specific expectations and breakdown of concepts to find precisely what fourth graders will see on the state test.  Then, choose a few games to play related to interesting or necessary skills.  Even 10-15 minutes of review or game play is enough to big difference come springtime. Have fun, and enjoy enhancing your mad math skills!! 

 

In the fall of 2009 we get to begin a new math series, Saxon.  We are very excited about the resources and opportunities for students to build and gain greater success with our new series.  The information below is gathered from the Saxon Website.

Hands-on approach with a Difference

All new concepts are developed through hands-on activities and rich mathematical conversations that actively engage students in the learning process. Concepts are developed, reviewed, and practiced over time. Students move from the concrete to the pictorial to the abstract.

Why Saxon Works


Daily mixed practice
Frequent, cumulative assessment
Opportunities for connections, communication, and justification
Hands-on support
 
 

 

Daily Homework Records: Students use our class' ipad to enter how many problems they missed on their homework each day when they turn it in. The ipad has been a great tool for data collection in math.

Core 1

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