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Elementary (K-5) ->
Grade
4
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GRADE FOUR
Grade Level Expectations
These are the core grade level expectations based on
the McRel standards and benchmarks that should be taught during fourth
grade and represent what a student will learn. They are written from
the student point of view. Local sites may add additional grade level
expectations to correspond with their curriculum. These grade level
expectations are aligned with McRel standards and the standards-based
progress report. The number listed is in reference to McRel 3rd
edition; the number listed for Religion standard is in reference to By Their Fruits You Shall Know Them,
Lorraine Ozar. The grade level
expectations that are aligned with and developed by ITBS/ITED are noted
in italics. Not all standards are addressed at every grade level
which is appropriate considering a student’s development.
*
=
referenced in Progress
Report
RELIGION
1. Reads, interprets, and applies Scripture to life.
(1.1) Participates
in discussion*
(1.2)
Knowledge
of content*
(1.3)
Continues
to explore how the Ten Commandments, Beatitudes, Works of Mercy and
theological virtues are lived out in one’s life
(1.4)
Recognizes
that God made a covenant of love with Noah, Abraham, Moses, and to all
people.
(1.5)
Continues
to deepen one’s understanding of scripture and its relationship to
daily life
(1.6)
Recognizes
that God’s everlasting love is revealed in the Old and New Testaments
(1.7)
Recognizes
that the Holy Spirit was sent by Jesus to be a helper, guide and
inspiration.
2.
Presents a reasoned rationale, based on faith and knowledge, for being
a Catholic.
3. Illustrates basic understanding of Catholic dogma and doctrine in
light of the “Catechism for the Catholic Church.”
(3.1) Continues
to develop a deeper realization of the role of Mary’s Motherhood of
Jesus, of the Church, our mother, and the greatest model of holiness
(3.2)
Recognizes
the Church as the people of God on the journey to heaven
(3.3)
Continues
to articulate more about the doctrine of the Catholic faith
4.
Demonstrates the importance of sacraments, with an emphasis on the
centrality of the Eucharist in the life of Catholics.
(4.1) Recognizes that
the sacraments give grace to help us grow spiritually
(4.2)
Understands that the Church has been given the power to forgive sin
through the priest in the sacrament of Reconciliation
(4.3)
Knows the Seven Sacraments
5.
Makes moral decisions consistent with Church teachings.
(5.1) Realizes that
God’s plan is that people be good in order to live with
God forever in heaven
(5.2) Realizes that
God gave humans the special gift of free will
(5.3)
Recognizes that God gives us rules for living a life of love
6.
Illustrates a basic understanding of the history of the Church.
7. Acknowledges and affirms the diverse cultural expressions of
Catholicism.
(7.1) Recognizes the
many gifts, talents and abilities that God has provided
each of us
8.
Applies Catholic principles to interpersonal relations (e.g.,
family, peers, work, society, Church, etc.)
(8.1) Practices
Christian action toward others*
(8.2)
Understands that the spiritual and corporal works of mercy are ways to
show love for others
(8.3)
Continues to study the meaning of stewardship i.e., stewards of
creation; stewards of the Church
9.
Demonstrates an appreciation for faith community as the way we come
to know God.
(9.1) Continues an
awareness of various roles and ministries in the Church
(9.2)
Recognizes that the Church is a visible sign of the kingdom of God
10.
Uses effective community building skills in relating with others.
(10.1) Applies skills
to concrete life situations - is considerate of others
and their feelings*
(10.2)
Understands that God’s gift of life needs to be protected and nurtured
from conception to death
(10.3)
Understands that respect and care must be shown for the biological
processes/changes of one’s own body and that of others
(10.4)
Recognizes the importance of reflecting on what it means to live in
relationship with God and to live a moral life
11.
Critiques societal structures in light of Catholic social justice
principles and apply to social and personal situations.
(11.1) Practices
Christian action toward others*
12.
Engages in service to the community (e.g., family, parish, local,
national and global) in response to the Gospel call.
(12.1) Participates in
parish and community service projects
(12.2)
Is made aware of various roles and ministries in the Church
(12.3)
Recognizes that the Work of the Church is to show love, peace, and
justice in the world
13.
Exercises responsible stewardship for the gift of creation.
(13.1) Practices
Christian action toward others*
(13.2)
Responds joyfully to God’s call to give of one’s self in love to God
and others (stewardship)
(13.3)
Understands that being a good steward is to respect all forms of life
particularly human life from birth to death
14.
Examines the variety of Christian life styles as ways to respond to
the baptismal call to a life of service.
(14.1) Participates in
parish and community service projects
15.
Demonstrates the relationship between faith and culture through
arts, social sciences, sciences, technology.
16. Uses appropriate resources to plan and participate in liturgy and
other prayer experiences.
(16.1) Participates in
planning liturgies and para-liturgies on student level
of growth and awareness
17. Uses a variety of prayer forms (e.g., traditional, spontaneous,
devotional, multicultural) to enrich and express personal and communal
spirituality.
(17.1) Develops a
personal relationship with Jesus that evokes a response of
generous love
(17.2)
Can recite and use the designated prayers and gestures; Sign of the
Cross, Our Father, Hail Mary, Grace before/after meals, Morning
Prayer, Doxology (Glory Be), Act of Contrition, Rosary, Apostles’
Creed, and the Acts of Faith, Hope, and Love, Stations of the Cross and
other prayers of cultural/liturgical significance as designated by the
local site*
18.
Celebrates the presence of the Sacred in experiences of
sacramentals, symbols, and rituals.
19. Demonstrates an understanding of liturgical seasons and feasts.
(19.1) Increases
knowledge of Church’s liturgical seasons of Advent,
Christmas, Lent and Easter
(19.2)
Participates at their own level of growth and awareness in liturgical
celebrations and other forms of prayer
(19.3)
Recognizes that the Church year celebrates Jesus as Savior of the world
and gives honor to Mary and all the saints, living and dead
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LANGUAGE ARTS
Writing
1. Uses general skills and strategies in the writing
process
(1.1)
Applies the writing process*
(1.2) Prewriting, drafting and revising,
editing and publishing, evaluating peers’ and own writing
(1.3) Identifies strengths and weaknesses
in own writing
(1.4) Writes effectively for a variety of
audiences and purposes*
(1.5) Writes a variety of stories, letters,
or essays for an intended purpose
(1.6) Handwriting - writes legibly using
proper size and spacing*
2.
Uses stylistic and rhetorical techniques
in written composition
(2.1)
Demonstrates an understanding of the English language, i.e., usage,
punctuation, capitalization, and spelling*
(2.2) Spells high frequency words correctly
Identifies figurative language such as
similes, alliteration and idioms
(2.3) Uses a variety of sentence structure
in writing - identifies and writes the four kinds of sentences
3.
Writes with a command of the grammatical
and mechanical conventions of composition
(3.1)
Applies rules of grammar usage, punctuation, and capitalization in
writing
(3.2) Identifies and uses nouns, pronouns,
verbs, adjectives and prepositions
4.
Gathers and uses information for
research purposes
(4.1)
Effectively uses media resources to gather information*
(4.1.1)
Uses the library/media center on a regular basis and properly uses a
variety of resources for research topics; dictionary, glossary,
encyclopedia, atlas, and internet
(4.2) Distinguishes between fact and opinion
(4.3) Listens, views, and asks questions to
collect information
Reading
5. Reading Process - Uses the general skills and strategies of the
reading process*
(5.1) Uses
a variety of decoding skills
(5.2) Monitors own reading strategies and
makes modifications
(5.3) Adjusts speed of reading to suit
purpose and difficulty of material
(5.4) Makes appropriate book selections to gain knowledge and for
personal enjoyment
(5.5) Makes, confirms, and revises simple predictions
(5.6) Continues to develop a desire to read; engages in daily silent
reading
6/7.
Reading Comprehension - Uses reading skills and strategies to
understand and interpret a variety of literary works and informational
texts*
(6/7.1) Responds to
literary and informational texts (oral, written, artistic)*
(6/7.2) Understands and
comprehends stated information
(6/7.3) Determines the
meaning of new words from their context
(6/7.4) Draws
conclusions, makes inferences, and deduces meaning
(6/7.5) Interprets
information in new contexts
(6/7.6) Interprets non
literal language
(6/7.7) Determines the
main idea of a text
(6/7.8) Develops and uses a variety of comprehension strategies,
cause/effect; compare/contrast; classify/categorize, drawing
conclusion, predicting outcomes, and giving details of main idea
(6/7.9) Identifies the author’s views or purposes
(6/7.10) Analyzes the
style or structure of a text
(6/7.11) Literary Texts
(6/7.11.1) Identifies
theme, characters, setting, plot, sequence of events, conflicts
and resolutions
(6/7.11.2) Connects literary characters/events with people or events in
own life
(6/7.11.3) Infers traits,
feelings, and motives of characters
(6/7.11.4) Makes and confirms inferences and predictions about events
in a story
(6/7.11.5) Reads and identifies various genre of literature
(6/7.12) Informational Texts
(6/7.12.1) Identifies and
uses the parts of a book to locate information, i.e., index, table of
contents, glossary, appendix
(6/7.12.2) Identifies structures in information texts; uses text
organizers to determine the main ideas or locate information
(6/7.12.3) Summarizes and paraphrases information in texts
Listening and Speaking
8. Uses listening and speaking strategies for
different purposes; listens actively*
(8.1) Expresses ideas
clearly*
(8.2) Participates effectively in group discussion*
(8.3) Participates in presentational activities
Viewing
9. Uses viewing skills and strategies to understand and interpret
visual media
(9.1) Understands different
messages conveyed through visual media
(9.2) Responds orally and in writing to higher order thinking questions
in all content areas
Media
10. Understands the characteristics and components
of the media
(10.1) Knows the main
formats and characteristics of familiar media, e.g., quiz shows,
documentaries
(10.2)
Understands similarities and differences among a variety of
media, e.g., how documentaries, internet, television, and radio present
a story in a different way.
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MATH
1. Problem
solving - Uses a variety of strategies in the problem-solving process*
(1.1) Solves single-step and
multiple-step math problems
(1.1.1)
Brainstorms possible approaches before starting a problem
(1.2)
Identifies extraneous or insufficient information in problems
(1.3)
Chooses a method for solving a problem - some methods more
helpful than
others
(1.4)
Checks reasonableness of results through estimation
(1.5)
Constructs physical representations for complex problems
2.
Concept of Numbers - Understands and applies basic and advanced
properties of the concept of numbers*
(2.1) Checks reasonableness of
results through estimation - estimates
measurements with appropriate
precision
(2.1.1)
Uses standard rounding to estimate
(2.1.2)
Uses order of magnitude to estimate
(2.1.3)
Uses number sense to estimate
(2.2)
Represents, compares, and orders numbers
(2.3)
Describes and applies properties of numbers
(2.4)
Classifies numbers by divisibility
(2.5)
Demonstrates ways of performing operations
(2.6)
Uses place value; writes numbers in standard, expanded, and exponential
form
(2.7)
Uses and interprets operational and relationship symbols
(2.8)
Solves equations and inequalities
(2.9)
Uses variable expressions to model situations
(2.10)
Explores numerical patterns
(2.11)
Understands the basic relationship of fractions to decimals and
fractions to whole numbers
(2.12)
Uses number lines to model a variety of numbers
(2.13)
Communicates mathematical concepts verbally and in writing
3.
Computation - Uses basic and advanced procedures while performing the
process of computation*
(3.1) Adds and subtracts
fractions and mixed numbers having like denominators
(3.2)
Adds, subtracts, multiplies and divides money problems
(3.3) Adds, subtracts, multiples, and divides whole numbers and
decimals with accuracy
(3.4) Accurately translates between decimals and commonly encountered
fractions - halves, thirds, fourths, fifths, tenths, and hundredths
(3.5) Knows multiplication and division facts through 10
(3.6) Understands that choices must be made when determining which
operation to use.
(3.7) Counts and shows amounts of money to $10.00
4.
Measurement - Understands and applies basic and advanced properties of
the concept of measurement*
(4.1) Tells time to the nearest minute
(4.2) Measures
length/distance, time, temperature, weight, mass, and
volume
(4.3) Identifies and uses appropriate
units of measurement; selects and
uses appropriate units of measurement according to type and size of
unit (standard and metric)
(4.4) Understands the relationship among area, volume, and weight, and
between time and cost
(4.5) Understands that scale drawings can be used to represent shapes
and compare locations of things very different in size
(4.6) Estimates, calculates, and compares perimeter, area, and volume
5.
Geometry - Understands and applies basic and advanced properties of the
concepts of geometry*
(5.1) Finds perimeter, area and volume of figures
(5.2) Identifies angles, points, lines, rays and segments
(5.3) Identifies radius, and diameter of a circle
(5.4) Identifies congruent and symmetrical figures
(5.5) Compares shapes in terms of such concepts as parallel,
perpendicular, congruence, and symmetry
(5.6) Understands the basic characteristics of the concept of three
dimensions
(5.7) Uses motion geometry, e.g., turns, flips, sides to investigate
concepts of symmetry, similarity, and congruence
(5.8) Identifies,
classifies, and compares geometric figures
(5.9) Describes geometric
properties, patterns, and relationships
(5.10) Applies the
concepts of perimeter, area, and volume
6.
Data analysis - Understands and applies basic and advanced concepts of
statistics and data analysis
(6.1) Gathers and records data to make generalizations*
(6.2) Understands that data comes in many different forms and that
collecting, organizing and displaying data can be done in many ways
(6.3) Reads amounts on
scales of bar and line graphs
(6.4) Reads and constructs bar, line, pie charts, and pictographs
(6.5) Given a table of data, selects the correct graphic representation
for the data
(6.6) Locates amounts in
specific cells of a table
(6.7) Compares quantities
to determine ranks, sums, or differences and
to find ratios
(6.8) Uses tables and
graphs to determine rates or identify trends,
understand underlying or functional relationships, and generalize or
draw conclusions
7.
Probability - Understands and applies basic concepts of probability
(7.1) Applies probability
concepts and counting rules
(7.2) Determines the probability of events
(7.3) Understands and applies measures of central tendency and
variability
(7.4) Understands that summary predictions about large collections are
more accurate than about just a few events
8.
Functions and Algebra - Understands and applies basic concepts of
functions and algebra
(8.1)
Recognizes and extends basics number patterns
(8.2) Uses patterns and relationships to represent mathematical
situations
(8.3) Constructs a pattern and articulates why the pattern works
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SCIENCE/HEALTH
- listed by strands
1. Earth and Space - Students can
understand concepts and relationships in Earth/space sciences.
(1.1) Understands essential
ideas about the
composition/structure of the universe and the earth’s place in it
(1.2)
Describes different types and
uses of
earth materials and how they are formed, i.e. rocks, minerals and soil
(1.3)
Knows
that the surface of the earth changes, e.g. due to erosion, landslides,
weathering
(1.4)
Can
understand concepts relating to
the universe
2. Life
Science - Students can understand concepts and relationships in
life science.
(2.1)
Knows
that plants and animals have a life cycle
(2.2)
Can
understand
environmental interaction and adaptation
(2.3) Knows that many
characteristics of an organism are inherited from the parent of an
organism(
(2.4)
Can
understand
the structures of living things
3.
Physical Science - Students
can understand concepts and
relationships in physical science.
(3.1)
Knows that
things have properties (e.g., magnetism, conductivity, density,
solubility)
that can be
used to tell them apart and to find out which of them are alike
(3.2) Knows that materials can
be
composed of parts that are too small to be seen without
magnification
(3.3) Knows how an object’s
properties can be measured using tools such as rulers,
balances, and
thermometers
(3.4)
Knows that materials have different states
(solid, liquid, gas) and some common materials such as water
can be changed from
one state to another by heating or cooling
(3.5) Knows that the mass of a
material is conserved whether it is together, in parts, or in a
different state
4. Nature
of Science and Technology - Students can understand and apply
skills used in scientific inquiry.
(4.1)
Can
analyze and interpret scientific information.
(4.1.1) Draws
conclusions, identifies patterns, generalities and trends, and makes
inferences
(4.2)
Uses
scientific
method (asks questions, observes, records, and interprets results)*
5. Health
(5.1) Identifies
and shares feelings
(5.2) Identifies
practices that promote good health
(5.2.1)
Describes how
exercise and nutrition help the body stay healthy
(5.2.2)
Describes food
pyramids and servings in each food group
(5.2.3) Plans
a healthy
diet for a 4th grader
(5.2.4) Sets
personal
health goal
(5.3) Describes the
difference between prescription and nonprescription drugs and the uses
and abuses of alcohol and tobacco
(5.4) Discusses bus,
pedestrian, Halloween, etc. safety topics
Progress
report descriptors deal with using scientific method and demonstrating
knowledge of relevant science content standards*
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SOCIAL
STUDIES - listed by
strands
1. Civics
(1.1) Understands the need for
rules and laws
(1.2)
Demonstrates the responsibilities of good citizenship
(1.3)
Understands differences and similarities among people of different
cultures
(1.4)
Knows the basic tenets of democracy and the symbols that represent it
2. Economics
(2.1) Understands the concept of
supply and demand and how it determines a
price
(2.2)
Knows the functions of a bank
(2.3)
Understands the concept of taxes
(2.4)
Understands that some nations have greater productive resources
(2.5)
Understands the impact of location on economic activities
3. Geography
(3.1) Identifies geographic
features; land forms, climates, resources and a
brief history of the geographical regions of the United States (i.e.,
New England, Middle Atlantic, Southeast, Midwest, Great Plains,
Southwest, Mountain West, and Pacific West)
(3.2)
Identifies states and capitals
(3.3)
Interprets and creates pie graphs, line graphs, bar graphs, resource
maps, and elevation maps
(3.4)
Understands characteristics and uses of maps and other geographical
tools
(3.5)
Knows how land resources are shaped/changed by physical and/or human
development, e.g. farmland into roads and housing developments
(3.6)
Knows causes and effects of human migration
(3.7)
Understands cultural change, e.g., role of women, schooling,
technology, clothing, transportation
4. Historical
Understanding
(4.1) Understands historical
figures who believed in the fundamental democratic values through
holiday observations, e.g., Martin Luther King Jr., Presidents Day,
Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving
(4.2)
Knows about European explorers of the 15th and 16th centuries and their
reasons for exploring, e.g., Columbus, Magellan, Marco Polo, etc.
(4.3)
Knows about people who made significant contributions in the fields of
transportation, communication, and technology
(4.4)
Understands the people, events, and problems that were significant in
creating the history of the state.
(4.4.1) Iowa History may be
taught here, but will be referred to specifically in 5th grade
Progress report descriptors deal
with analyzing and applying information using concepts of history,
geography, civics, and economics and demonstrating knowledge of social
studies content standards*
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GUIDANCE/HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
- listed by strands
1. Working with Others
(1.1) Contributes to
the overall effort of a group
(1.2)
Uses conflict-resolution techniques
(1.3)
Works well with diverse individuals and in diverse situations
(1.4)
Displays effective interpersonal communication skills
(1.5)
Demonstrates leadership skills
2.
Self-Regulation
(2.1) Sets and manages
goals
(2.2)
Performs self-appraisal
(2.3)
Considers risks
(2.4)
Maintains a healthy self-concept
(2.5)
Restrains impulsivity
3.
Human Growth and Development - derived in part from Growing in Love, Harcourt Religion
Publishers
(3.1) Understands
tenets of a Safe Environment
(3.2)
Shows respect for God’s gift of life
(3.3)
Understands that every person has gifts and limitations
(3.4) Recognizes God created people of both genders to be equal and
complementary
(3.5) Understands tenets of a safe environment
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ART
1. Understands and applies media techniques and
processes related to visual arts*
(1.1)
Maintains an imaginative approach while following simple instructions
(1.2) Use a wider variety of tools safely
and economically
(1.3) Enjoys using different art media
(1.4) Expands in the use of different media
and techniques to personalize their self portrait
2. Knows how to use structures and
functions of art
(2.1)
Follows simple instructions, but maintains an imagination while
creating art
(2.2) Applies the elements (line, shape,
color, space, texture, form) and principles of design (proportion,
rhythm, dominance, balance and/or unity)
(2.3) Expresses creativity through art
projects*
3. Knows range of subject matter.
(3.1) Uses
art symbols to communicate and convey ideas
(3.2) Uses shapes and lines in drawings and
paintings
(3.3) Continues to grow in an art vocabulary
4. Understands the visual arts in relation
to history and cultures*
(4.1)
Identifies specific works of art as belonging to particular cultures,
times, and places - art appreciation
(4.2) Becomes knowledgeable of famous
artists and their work
(4.3) Knows how women and men, and
different cultures; past and present have shaped our world
5. Understands the characteristics and
merits of one’s own artwork and the artwork of others
(5.1)
Understands that specific art works can elicit different responses
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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT/SOCIAL
RESPONSIBILITY/CITIZENSHIP
(All items are referenced on the progress report.)
1. Interacts respectfully with others
2. Works effectively as a team member
3. Makes an effort to solve social problems
4. Participates appropriately
5. Follows directions
6. Works independently
7. Completes high quality work
8. Completes homework assignments
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