4th grade is similar to 3rd with the exception of our Math studies. In 4th grade, we start our transition into Saxon Math beginning with Math 5/4. In science, we rotate through the topics of biology, zoology, astronomy and botany – covering one topic per year. Some of our children study biology early, while others get it later on depending where we are when they join in. World History is the same, we use a “four year plan” so that everyone is able to study each of the different topics while still allowing for group lessons.
These are books and products we have used in our home at this age.
Life Skills
- 21 Rules of This House (as needed for review)
- Uncommon Courtesy (as needed for review)
- Student Planner
Reading
- The Boxcar Children Books
- The Little House on the Prairie Books
- The Magic Treehouse Books
Handwriting
- A Reason for Handwriting, Cursive (if still needed)
- Just Write, Book 2
- Blank journal
Language Arts/Spelling/Vocab
- Learning Language Arts through Literature, The Orange Book
- Wordly Wise 3000, Book 3
- Wordly Wise 3000, Book 4
Math
- Saxon Math 5/4
- Singapore Math (until ready to move into Saxon)
- Quarter Mile Math (for practicing facts)
History
- The Story of the World, Volume 1: Ancient Times
- The Story of the World, Volume 2: The Middle Ages
- The Story of the World, Volume 3: Early Modern Times
- The Story of the World, Volume 4: The Modern Age
- Encyclopedia of World History
Science
- Apologia Exploring Creation with Astronomy
- Apologia Exploring Creation with Botany
- Apologia Exploring Creation with Zoology
- Christian Kids Explore Biology
- The Wonders of God’s Creation
Health
- Health for the Glory of God
Art/Music
- Alfred Piano Course
- Individual/private music lessons
- Church choir
Foreign Language
- Rosetta Stone
- Powerglide Junior Course
- Signing Time
PE/Physical Education
Park days, swimming, organized sports, dance, bike riding, walks, and lots of outdoor play keep our kids in shape!
