4th Grade Wonder Lessons

Investigate the dynamic and colorful world of balloon sculptures crafted by Goh, focusing on the exceptional artistry and techniques involved in creating these modern art pieces. Gain insights into the obstacles and accomplishments encountered by artists with disabilities and understand how art is woven into various cultural contexts.

Explore the narrative perspectives in "Wonder Part III" by identifying characters who narrate various sections and analyzing their significance. Focus on enhancing comprehension skills and understanding of literary elements.

Learners will explore valuable lessons in empathy, kindness, and acceptance, gaining insights into how to recognize uniqueness and promote inclusivity. Through engaging questions and reflective discussions, participants will develop skills in understanding diverse perspectives and fostering a welcoming environment for all individuals.

Explore the themes and symbolism within mythological stories, focusing on characters such as Izanami and Izanagi. Gain insights into interpreting myths and understanding their cultural significance, enhancing analytical and critical thinking skills in literature studies.

Examine the meanings and uses of the suffixes "ful," "less," and "ly" to enhance linguistic understanding. Identify and apply these suffixes correctly to strengthen vocabulary and comprehension skills.

Focusing on spelling and phonics skills, learners engage in exercises such as word identification and sentence matching. This approach enhances language proficiency by encouraging students to correctly select and pair words, thereby fostering improved reading and writing abilities.

Engage in predictive analysis by anticipating upcoming social studies units. Enhance critical thinking and analytical skills through the exploration and identification of potential topics using provided clues.

Enhance language comprehension and usage by constructing sentences using foundational vocabulary. Develop the ability to contextually apply new words, enriching verbal and written communication skills.

Gain expertise in correctly styling titles using italics and quotations. Master the ability to discern the appropriate use of each style for different forms of titles, thereby improving writing precision and clarity.

Engage in a dynamic approach to vocabulary building through a curated selection of "Wonder Words," fostering consistent weekly learning. This process enhances language skills, improving word recognition and usage across diverse contexts.

Engage with themes and character development through narrative comprehension and literary analysis questions. This process enhances understanding of story structure and character motivations, leading to improved critical reading and interpretation skills.

Engage with the concept and potential roles of robots through literary analysis, focusing on predictive reading and genre understanding. Develop skills that enhance comprehension and critical thinking.

Explore the scientific method by focusing on scientific investigation, reasoning, and logic. Understand the steps involved in scientific inquiry and learn to apply these methods in real-world scenarios. Enhance analytical and critical thinking skills through this detailed examination of scientific principles.