I have always loved science, and 4th grade science is fun and exciting. The 4th grade team has implemented curriculum to ensure that students:
1. Use science process and thinking skills.
2. Manifest science interests and attitudes.
3. Understand important science concepts and principles.
4. Communicate effectively using science language and reasoning.
5. Demonstrate awareness of the social and historical aspects of science.
6. Understand the nature of science.
The theme for the fourth grade Science Core curriculum is Utah natural history. Understanding the concepts of cycles is an essential component of science literacy and is introduced at this grade level. Because students learn best when they are having fun, we will be doing hands-on projects, group work, presentations and art. This year, along with the Utah Education Network curriculum we have used in the past, we will also have access to Mosa Mack Science, which is a web-based program that uses inquiry-based learning to deepen and strengthen the concepts we cover in class. Each unit will consist of a science mystery that we will unravel as a group. Science vocabulary will be presented and tested, and students will be expected to use the Scientific Method to aid in solving each task. I am really excited about this resource!
1. Use science process and thinking skills.
2. Manifest science interests and attitudes.
3. Understand important science concepts and principles.
4. Communicate effectively using science language and reasoning.
5. Demonstrate awareness of the social and historical aspects of science.
6. Understand the nature of science.
The theme for the fourth grade Science Core curriculum is Utah natural history. Understanding the concepts of cycles is an essential component of science literacy and is introduced at this grade level. Because students learn best when they are having fun, we will be doing hands-on projects, group work, presentations and art. This year, along with the Utah Education Network curriculum we have used in the past, we will also have access to Mosa Mack Science, which is a web-based program that uses inquiry-based learning to deepen and strengthen the concepts we cover in class. Each unit will consist of a science mystery that we will unravel as a group. Science vocabulary will be presented and tested, and students will be expected to use the Scientific Method to aid in solving each task. I am really excited about this resource!