Category: Fourth Grade

First Day of Fourth Grade

First Day of Fourth Grade

The first day of fourth grade (or any other grade for that matter) can be scary and overwhelming for both students and teachers!  But, having a plan can help your day run smoothly.   I still remember my first year of teaching!  I started in Pre-K, and I had planned with

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The Pros of Using a Writing Interactive Notebook

Do you use Interactive Writing Notebooks in your upper elementary classroom?  If not, you should consider using this valuable resource.  There are numerous reasons why an interactive notebook will change the way students learning in your classroom. Interactive Writing Notebooks can truly make a difference in your upper elementary class,

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5 Tips for Teachers to Have a Productive Summer

I know teachers don’t want to do anything in the summer!  Summer is the time for teachers to relax and recharge for a new school year.  I totally agree!  But, in order for you to get control over the beginning of the year’s chaos, you must do a few productive

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Understanding the 4th Grade STAAR Writing Test

Are you a new 4th grade teacher?  Perhaps, you have been teaching 4th grade for years, but stress over preparing your 4th graders for the 4th Grade STAAR Writing Test.  You are not alone!  Many teachers avoid teaching 4th grade in Texas because preparing your 4th graders for the STAAR

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Teaching Expository Writing to Your 4th Graders

Do you struggle with teaching expository writing to your 4th grade students?  If the answer is yes, then you are in the same boat as many other 4th grade teachers around the state of Texas! Teaching expository writing doesn’t have to be difficult though.   Here are a few tips so

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5 Tips for Teaching Argumentative Text

Argumentative text can be a tough genre to teach because students and teachers aren’t very familiar with it. Keep reading for 5 tips for teaching argumentative text to your upper elementary students.   In argumentative text the author is trying to persuade the reader to believe a certain opinion.  The new

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Plan a STAAR Writing Boot Camp Like a Pro

It’s the final countdown to the STAAR Writing Test, and it is up to YOU to make sure your fourth graders are ready for the STAAR Writing Test.   A lot of teachers like to plan a STAAR Writing Boot Camp with a fun theme that keeps the kids engaged.  The

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9 Fourth Grade Read Alouds

Are you looking for unique read alouds from a variety of genres for your 4th graders?  This list is for YOU! I love reading to my 4th graders and have read many books with them over the years.  These are my top picks for 4th grade read alouds: 1. Tales

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