Term Plan for Mathematics

Grade 4

Term One 2010-2011

Review work done in Grade 3

  • Count by 2’s, 5’s, 10’s & 25’s to 100 and beyond
  • Identify place value in a three & four-digit number.
  • Explain the difference between place value and total value
  • Identify the place value of any digit in a three/four digit number
  • Tell the total value of a a digit in a three/four digit numeral
  • Identify odd & even numbers
  • Read and write numbers up to three and four-digits in words and figures
  • Write the expanded notation for three and four- digit numbers
  • Recall multiplications tables by 2, 3, 4 & 5
  • Round off two/three digit number to the nearest 10
  • Whole Number Operations
  • Add sets of two, three and four- digit numbers with and without regrouping
  • Subtract two, three and four- digit numerals without & with regrouping
  • Multiply a whole number by 2, 3, 4 & 5

Fractions

  • Explain what is meant by proper, improper and mixed fractions
  • Identify proper & improper fractions and mixed numbers
  • Convert improper fractions to mixed numbersand vice versa.

Measurement

  • correctly in both ways ( mention method used in USA but don’t teach ) Estimate length of objects using metres & centimeters.
  • Measure and record lengths of objects using metres and centimeters.
  • Recall time on the hour, half hour and quarter hour.
  • Use time vocabulary correctly a.m., p.m., noon, midday, now, later etc.
  • Write dates

Geometry

  • Review angles
  • Recognize angles in figures and shapes

Graphs

  • Read information from pictographs and bar graphs where one picture or bar represents one or more item(s)
  • Introduce the concept of line graphs
  • Suggestion: These can be done in Computer classes

Term Two 2010-2011

Review work done last term

Number Concepts

  • Read and write up to five digit numbers in words and figures.
  • Identify the place value of any digit in a 5-digit number, e.g. in 32, 648 the place value of the 6 is hundreds.
  • Tell the total value of a digit in a five-digit numeral e.g., in 32, 648 the total value of the 6 is 600.
  • Solve problems involving place value and total value.
  • Recall the multiplication and division facts for the tables 2 – 10, instead of reciting the tables.
  • Complete a given sequence through counting by 2s, 3s, 4s, 5s, 6s, 7s, 8s, 9s, 10s, 20s, 25s, & 50s.
  • Round off a three-digit number to the nearest 10 and 100.
  • Write Roman numerals through 12.
  • Explain the concepts of multiples and factors.
  • List the LCM of two numbers.
  • List all the factors of a given number, e.g. 1 x 24, 2 x 12, 3 x 8, 4 x 6
  • Explain the concepts of prime and composite numbers.

Whole Number Operations

  • Add sets of numbers up to five-digit numbers.
  • Subtract a pair of five-digit numbers.
  • Combine addition and subtraction using brackets.
  • Multiply a whole number by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 20, and 100.
  • Multiply a two-digit and three digit number by another two-digit number.
  • Divide by a one digit and a two-digit number.
  • Create and solve problems which involve addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of

whole numbers.

Measurement

  • Length: estimate lengths of objects in metres or centimetres
  • Measure and record lengths of objects in metres or centimeters
  • Mass/ Weight: estimate mass of objects in grams or kilograms
  • Measure and record the mass of objects in grams and kilograms
  • Select the most appropriate unit of length, mass for measuring an item e.g. length of cloth – m,

mass/ weight of person – kg

  • Calculate the area of squares and rectangles by using the formula, L x W.
  • Calculate the perimeter of squares, rectangles and other polygons.
  • Write the correct notation for times (3:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 7 :35 a.m. etc)
  • Write dates correctly in both ways (13 th January , 2010, 13/01/10 – d/m/y; make them aware

of the USA method (m/d/y/)

  • Use calendar to check number of days in a month and from one event to another
  • Use a calendar to check the number of days within a given period from one month to another within the same month
  • Discuss the terms ‘anniversary’, ‘jubilee’, ‘silver’, ‘diamond’, ‘golden’, ’century’, ‘centurion,’ ‘decade’, ‘millennium’.

Fractions

  • Find sets of equivalent fractions for a given fraction
  • Find the LCD of 2 fractions
  • Add a pair of simple fractions or mixed numbers where the denominators are the same.
  • Subtract a pair of simple fractions or mixed numbers where the denominators are the same.
  • Add 2 fractions with unlike but related denominators
  • Add or subtract simple fractions using brackets
  • Subtract 2 fractions where the denominators are unlike but related
  • Multiply a fraction by a whole e.g. ½ x 8

Geometry

  • Recognize angles in figures and shapes
  • Explain concept of right angles
  • Identify the number of shapes and angles in two –dimensional (plane )shapes
  • Identify the number of lines of symmetry in a plane figure
  • Describe three-dimensional shapes (cubes, cuboids, cones, cylinders, spheres) in terms of number of flat sides, curved sides, edges, vertices.

Graphs

  • Read information from pictographs and bar graphs where one picture or bar represents one or more item(s)
  • Introduce the concept of line graphs; read information from a line graphs
  • Prepare a table from information in a pictograph, bar graph and line graph
  • Draw pictographs , bar graphs and line graphs from information given in a table
  • Solve problems using the data presented in a graph

Term Three 2010-2011

Whole Number Operations

  • Divide by a one digit and a two digit number
  • Review all work done in whole number operations

Fractions

  • Find sets of equivalent fractions for a given fraction
  • Find the LCD of 2 fractions
  • Add a pair of simple fractions or mixed numbers

where the denominators are the same.

  • Subtract a pair of simple fractions or mixed numbers where the denominators are the same.
  • Add 2 fractions with unlike but related denominators
  • Add or subtract simple fractions using brackets
  • Subtract 2 fractions where the denominators are unlike but related
  • Multiply a fraction by a whole e.g. ½ x 8
  • Write a fraction in decimal form: only fractions with denominators10 e.g. 5/10 =0.5 etc
  • Express a decimal fraction as a common fraction e.g. 0.5 = 5/10=1/5
  • Identify the place value and the total value of digits in decimal numbers
  • Add and subtract decimals up to hundredths
  • complete a sequence involving decimal numbers
  • Use the symbols>,< to compare a pair of decimal numbers
  • Write a set of given decimals in order of size
  • Review all work done in Fractions

Measurement

  • Add and subtract time in hours and minutes
  • Calculate the duration of an event or the time between events
  • Review all work done in Measurement

Geometry

  • identify the number of lines of symmetry contained in a plane figure

Term Plan for General Science

Grade 4

Term One 2010-2011

Life Science: The body

  • Review parts of the body
  • List differences in external features of humans
  • Growth & development – that humans have babies that develop in the body of mothers
  • That babies have needs which mothers satisfy
  • Give examples of how parents care for babies after birth
  • Name main internal organs – heart, lung, kidneys
  • Identify the location of the main internal parts of the body

Common animals:

  • Name and identify the stages of the life cycle of insects (e.g butterflies, frogs)
  • Arrange the stages of the life cycles of butterflies and frogs in correct order

Plants

  • Name and identify some plants that grow from seeds
  • Name and identify some plants that grow from cuttings
  • State differences in plants roots
  • State differences in plants leaves

Physical Science: matter

  • List solids, liquids and gases as states of matter
  • Give examples of solids and liquids
  • List and describe the properties of matter based on observation
  • Recognize that water can exist as solid, liquid and gas
  • Recognize that matter can change from one form to another

Earth and Space: Weather

  • Define weather
  • List elements of weather
  • Describe various weather conditions (sunny days, rainy days, storms, thunder, lighting etc)
  • Clouds – describe and demonstrate how clouds are formed
  • Temperature – define temperature
  • Tell how temperature affects weather (evaporation, condensation, air movement)
  • What instrument is used to measure temperature(thermometer)

The Earth

  • Structure of the earth – that it is made up of many layers
  • State the things that make up the earth rocks, soil, water etc.
  • List changes that occur due to the movement of the earth(sunrise, sunset)

Term Two 2010-2011

Life Science: Diversity & Classification

  • Classify plants into flowering and non-flowering; monocotyledonous and dicotyledonous
  • Discuss the uses of plants to humans
  • Describe the differences between monocotyledonous and dicotyledonous
  • Discuss the uses of plants to humans
  • Describe the physical structures of the main parts of plants
  • Relate the features of these external structures of plants to their function
  • Define propagation
  • State two natural methods by which flowering plants can be propagated
  • Explain the effects of technology on growth and reproduction in plants
  • State the various ways in which technology is utilized in the growth and propagation of plants
  • Define the following: seed, plant, tree, shrub, vine, herb
  • Identify seeds as a means of reproducing different plants
  • Describe the process of germination in plants
  • Observe and describe the stages in the process of growth in plants
  • List the factors needed for germination to occur
  • Compare the rate of germination in a variety of seeds
  • Demonstrate respect for plants in their environment

(I would suggest allowing the Agri. Sc. Teacher to assist here)

Earth and Space: Weather & Water

(review work done in term one)

  • Lists the two main sources of water in nature’s water cycle ( ground and surface water)
  • Identify ways in which water is important to human beings
  • Observe the evaporation and condensation of water
  • Identify the evaporation and condensation of water
  • Compare the rate of evaporation of water under different conditions; account for the differences observed; infer that weather affects evaporation of water in nature
  • Identify the heat source that powers nature’s water cycle
  • Design and construct a model to represent the water cycle
  • Record weather using standard symbols
  • Summarize and represent data from recordings of the weather using simple graphs
  • Distinguish between weather conditions by examining weather charts

Earth’s Resources

  • Identify and name some of earth’s resources (include air, water, rocks, soil)
  • Classify these as renewable and non-renewable
  • Collect and classify rocks; illustrate how they are related
  • Describe some uses of rocks to the environment ( protecting the coast line, preventing/reducing erosion)
  • Investigate how people use rocks for different purposes (extraction of minerals, building, etc.)
  • Design and make ornaments from rocks(paper weights)
  • Classify soils as sand, clay and loam
  • Distinguish among various soils on the basis of physical properties (colour, texture, structure, components, etc.)

Solar System

  • Discuss the relationship among the earth, moon and sun
  • Operationally define the terms ‘rotate’, ‘revolve’, ‘planet’, ‘star’, ‘satellite’.
  • Identify the earth as a planet in space; the moon as earth’s satellite; the sun as a star
  • Name the planets of the solar system and place them in their relative positions to one another
  • Infer that the sun is the main source of light in the solar system
  • Construct a model of the solar system

Term Three 2010 -2011

Life Science:

  • Parts of the flower
  • Describe a food chain
  • construct simple food chains in Known terrestrial ecosystems
  • list ways in which organisms interact with each other besides providing food
  • list ways in which organisms that live on land differ from those that live in water
  • Explain how these differences enable them to survive in their habitat
  • define endangered species; list some endangered species in St. Lucia
  • list methods of preservation of endangered species
  • list ways in which man can destroy living organisms
  • list laws pertaining to the protection of wildlife
  • list animals that are protected by law in St. Lucia
  • Identify places which are wildlife reserves in St. Lucia

Matter: Energy, Force & Motion

  • List various sources for electricity
  • Trace the flow of energy in a system
  • Give examples of energy transformation
  • Give reasons for energy conservation
  • Simply describe the formation of fossil fuels
  • Distinguish between objects that produce their own light
  • Predict the location, shape & size of a shadow when the light source is placed in a given location relative to the object.
  • Recognize , using their observation, that sounds can travel through a substance
  • Compare the electrical conductivity of substances
  • Use tools to measure changes in position and speed of an object after a push or pull has been applied
  • Define speed
  • State how the magnitude of an object affect the motion of the object
  • State how the mass of an object can affect the motion produced by a force
  • Use levers and inclined planes to show how they help make work easier

Term Plan for HFLE

Grade 4

Term One2010 -2011

Self Awareness

  • Hereditary traits
  • Personality traits
  • Identify ways in which individuals are special and different.

Disease Prevention & Life Style Practices

  • Personal health – explain why personal hygiene and grooming are important to good health
  • Identify physical factors that keep us healthy
  • Identify how advertisements influence personal health
  • List some personal behaviours/actions which are harmful to health and well-being

Dental Care

  • List foods that promote good dental health
  • List foods that are harmful to the teeth
  • List habits that are harmful to the teeth ( consider trip to dentist)

Food and Nutrition: food nutrients

  • State the importance of the different food groups to the body
  • Explain the importance of eating foods from all the different food groups
  • Give reasons why it is important to limit foods high in fats, salts and sugar
  • Explain why breakfast is important
  • Predict the consequences of over eating

Term Two 2010 - 2011

Self Awareness

  • Building Self Concept; explain the meaning of self concept
  • Identify ways of building self concept; list emotional, social, intellectual and spiritual factors that help build self concept
  • Identify ways in which we can help e ach other build self concept
  • Identify persons who can help in building self concept
  • Identify behaviours that indicate good self concept (appropriate grooming, mode of dress, language used, good behaviour patterns, quality of friendships, etc.)

Interpersonal Relations

  • Identify steps in mediation
  • Give reasons for self control; identify consequences of lack of self control
  • Give reasons why conflict arise in families, between friends, neighbours etc.
  • Use conflict management skills to resolve conflicts with friends, family members, etc.
  • Lists some daily decisions that they make; list examples of simple and difficult decisions; identify steps in decision making; factors that influence decision making; practice steps in decision making regarding safety, health and other personal situations
  • Explain the meaning of values and explore value systems of other societies
  • Compare the values of other societies with that of St. Lucia
  • Explain how religious beliefs and cultural mores influence value systems

Disease Prevention & Life Style Practices

  • Identify characteristics of illness and wellness
  • Identify behaviours that can promote emotions and physical wellness
  • Identify areas where health behaviours may need to change
  • List some strategies to improve and maintain personal health
  • Identify measures for reducing risks to disease within the home, school and community
  • Identify the roles of individuals, institutions and organization in health promotion and disease prevention
  • Categorize the different types of drugs/substances used/ abused/misused
  • Explain the effects of illegal drugs on the body
  • Suggest steps/ ways by which they can be drug free
  • Suggest ways by which the school can be kept drug free
  • Demonstrate the ability to make informed choices/decisions the use/ abuse of drugs/substances
  • Identify physical/social activities can provide alternatives to drug use

Food and Nutrition:

  • Name the six major nutrients; list the functions of these nutrients ( proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, fats, water, minerals)
  • Name some local foods which contain each of the nutrients
  • Group foods with similar nutritious values
  • Select foods from the four food groups to plan a nutritious breakfast
  • Differentiate between nutritious and non-nutritious snacks
  • Examine the nutritious value of their favourite cereals/snacks etc
  • Identify persons who produce foods
  • Describe some deficiency diseases
  • Digestion: List the parts of the digestive system
  • Identify the digestive juices/enzymes found in the different parts of the alimentary canal
  • List ways of helping the proper functioning of the digestive system e.g. limit use of sugar, salt, fats chew food properly, etc.
  • Identify factors that influence eating patterns and habits (advertisements, costs, availability, etc.)
  • Make personal goal statements to improve eating habits
  • List health conditions under which foods should be purchased and consumed

Physical Fitness

  • Explain the importance of keeping the body fit *
  • Identify exercise /activities that keep the body fit; that strengthen the heart and lungs *
  • Identify poor living habits that contribute to heart disease (lack of exercise, being overweight, poor eating habits, smoking, drinking alcohol, etc) *
  • Explain the function of the respiratory system
  • List diseases associated with that system
  • State how lifestyles contribute to contracting diseases of the respiratory system
  • Explain the value of rest, relaxation, leisure time and exercise to good health

*Can be done in P.E.

Term Three 2010 - 2011

Body Systems

  • List the parts and the basic functions of the different body systems- digestive, reproductive, circulatory, respiratory, nervous

Growth & Development