Fourth Grade Lessons

Mathematics

FRACTIONS

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.NF.A.1 – Understand a fraction 1/b as the quantity formed by 1 part when a whole is partitioned into b equal parts

Introducing Fractions – The student will learn the definition of fraction, parts of fractions and how fractions have been used in past and present.

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.NF.B.3.A – Understand addition and subtraction of fractions as joining and separating parts referring to the same whole.

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.NF.B.3.D – Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions referring to the same whole and having like denominators, e.g., by using visual fraction models and equations to represent the problem.

Adding fractions with like denominators – This lesson plan will explore how students can add fractions with like denominators to determine the sum of fractions.

Subtracting Fractions: Like denominators – Students will learn how to solve multi–step word problems using addition and subtraction of fractions with like (common) denominators.
When a fraction equals 1 – This lesson plan will build upon the already introduced concepts and key terms of fractions in our “Introducing Fractions” lesson plan. Students will learn that a fraction N/N =1 and be able to solve problems with fractions equal to 1 in various contexts, including number lines, time and pizza.

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.NF.B.4 – Apply and extend previous understandings of multiplication to multiply a fraction or whole number by a fraction.

Multiplying fractions with like denominators – This lesson plan will explore how students can take what they already know about adding fractions with like denominators in order to grasp multiplying fractions with like denominators.

DIVISION

CCSS.MATH.Content.4.NBT.B.6– Find whole-number quotients and remainders with up to four-digit dividends and one-digit divisors, using strategies based on place value, the properties of operations, and/or the relationship between multiplication and division. Illustrate and explain the calculation by using equations, rectangular arrays, and/or area models.

Introducing Division – This lesson plan introduces the concepts and vocabulary of division and provides students the opportunities to practice both recognition and recall of division facts.
Division and English/ Language Arts – This is a fun lesson where students practice division, combined with Ojibwe history and then complete a creative writing assignment.
3-digit Dividends – This lesson will build upon the already introduced concepts and vocabulary of division in our “Introducing Division” lesson. Students will learn and be able to practice dividing 3 digit dividends by 1 digit divisors through a short review, activity, and game play.
Breaking down division with remainders – This lesson plan will explore how students interpret remainders in the context of a problem. They will learn how to divide and have a number leftover. Students will be using the concept of division and remainders.

ESTIMATION

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.NBT.B.5 – Multiply a whole number of up to four digits by a one-digit whole number, and multiply two two-digit numbers, using strategies based on place value and the properties of operations.

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.OA.A.3 – Solve multistep word problems posed with whole numbers and having whole-number answers using the four operation … Assess the reasonableness of answers using mental computation and estimation strategies including rounding.

Using estimation in multiplying two-digit numbers – The lesson begins with a brief explanation of multiplying two digit numbers, followed by students solving 3-5 problems multiplying two-digit numbers.

PROBLEM-SOLVING STRATEGIES

CCSS.MATH.PRACTICE.MP4 Model with mathematics.
CCSS.MATH.PRACTICE.MP1 Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.

In Problem-solving Two Ways , students learn about and practice the two strategies of building a model and visualization.
Problem-solving with Pigs teaches two more problem-solving strategies, using operations keywords and starting at the end to see what a problem is really asking. It is part of a cross-curricular lesson that includes learning about how pigs are raised.

Also, search the mathematics video catalog for additional resources.

English/ Language Arts

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.4.5.B – Recognize and explain the meaning of common idioms, adages, and proverbs.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.5.5.B – Recognize and explain the meaning of common idioms, adages, and proverbs.

Introducing Idioms – This lesson plan helps students recognize and understand idioms and what they are through different examples.
Animal Idioms – This idioms lesson for Grades 3-4 begins with a presentation, popular song about idioms, a list of animal idioms, two video games, and an idioms matching activity. Also enclosed is a book list for Grades 1-4 about idioms.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1 Refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RF.4.4.A Read grade-level text with purpose and understanding.

Cattails – Students will listen to or read a slide presentation. They will read an informational passage on cattails, write a summary and add new vocabulary words to their personal dictionary. The lesson ends with playing a game that teaches how medicinal herbs were used by indigenous people.
Scrambled States: Ag in Language Arts – Teachers read The Scrambled States of America book, or have students read book or watch video. Students select a state from National Ag in the Classroom site and take notes on their state, including new vocabulary. Students read a book related to their state – link to a list is provided. Students complete a notes page and then use this page to write an informational essay.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.4.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.

Scrambled States: Ag in Language Arts – Teachers read The Scrambled States of America book, or have students read book or watch video. Students select a state from National Ag in the Classroom site and take notes on their state, including new vocabulary. Students read a book related to their state – link to a list is provided. Students complete a notes page and then use this page to write an informational essay.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.4.3 – Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences.

Division and English/ Language Arts – This is a fun lesson where students practice division, combined with Ojibwe history and then complete a creative writing assignment.

Minnesota History Substrand 2, Standard 3. Historical events have multiple causes and can lead to varied and unintended outcomes.

Making Camp – 10 minute history – Playing Making Camp, a game with Ojibwe History Integrated with Math.

Minnesota State Standard – History Sub-strand 4, Standard 15 “North America was populated by indigenous nations that had developed a wide range of social structures, political systems, and economic activities, and whose expansive trade networks extended across the continent.”

Trade for a Wigwam – Students will watch two brief videos, one on building a wigwam and one on trading between tribes. They then trade in the points they have earned for items for their wigwam.
Division and English/ Language Arts – This is a fun lesson where students practice division, combined with Ojibwe history and then complete a creative writing assignment.