weekly
4th Grade Reading, Grammar, Vocabulary, Spelling, Comprehension
Completed by 6 learners
Ages 7-11
Live Group Class
Live video meetings
1x per week
2-6 learners per class
30 min
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
Class Experience This is a full year of 4th-grade curriculum taught by a National Board Certified Teacher. We will cover 4th-grade standards in ELA (phonics, reading, writing, grammar, spelling). In ELA, we will read fiction/non-fiction books. This class meets for 30 minutes 1x a week. In ELA, I will cover a unit/theme each week. Our weekly schedule is as follows, with exceptions during longer writing or reading assignments: Tuesday: Reading: Activate Prior Knowledge, Build Background, Make Predictions, Learn New Vocabulary, Read, Learn New Grammar Rules, and Learn a Phonics Skill or Practice Spelling. Here is an example of the first 4 weeks: Week of August 18th Reading: Book: Morty and the Oatmeal Babysitter, by Kathy Hogan. Activate Prior Knowledge, Build Background, Learn New Vocabulary, and Make Predictions. Grammar: Introduction and Guided Practice on Identifying and Forming Contractions Phonics Work: Introduction and Guided Practice on Compound Words Week of August 25th Reading: The students will be introduced to the new story, Awesome Ants, by Rus Buyok. We will learn new vocabulary. We will activate prior knowledge by discussing what we already know about ants. We will create a KWL chart about Ants, including: What do we already know? What do we want to learn? Week of September 1st Reading: The students will be introduced to the new story, Arthur's Bad-News Day, by Lara Henderson Megard. We will learn new vocabulary and make predictions using the story's vocabulary and title. We will activate prior knowledge by discussing what we already know about having a bad day. We will discuss how sometimes a bad thing becomes a good thing. Grammar: Introduction and Guided Practice on Exclamatory Sentences. Phonics Work: Introduction and Guided Practice on Open /Y/ that makes a long /e/ sound. Week of September 8th Reading: The students will be introduced to the new story, Extreme Animals, by Kathie Lester. We will learn new vocabulary and discuss what it means to be extreme and if they know any animals that are extreme. Grammar: Identify comparative and superlatives. Phonics Work: Understand and identify synonyms. New Curriculum will be added as we go. My experience: I am a former 3rd grad. I have a Master’s Degree in Instructional Curriculum and design & Design with a Specialization in Reading and am a National Board Certified Teacher.
Other Details
Supply List
Pencil/Paper Whiteboard/Dry Erase Marker
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
South Carolina Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from Nova Southeastern University
My name is Ms. Shannon, and I am so thrilled to be a teacher on Outschool.
My Courses:
I offer various classes including, but not limited to:
First Grade Reading, Kindergarten Reading, Phonics, Sight Words, Beginning Writing, and Private Tutoring. I also offer private reading assessments and tutoring 1:1. I can help you determine what level your child is reading on and help you create a plan for progress. If you don't see an active class available, feel free to reach out and request a time.
My Professional Background:
I obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from UNCW in 1996. I am a licensed teacher in the areas of Early Childhood (ages 3-8), Elementary Education (ages 8-12), and as a Reading Specialist. I also hold an NBCT (National Board Certified Teacher) license and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certificate. I have over 25 years of teaching experience and have been teaching online since 2020.
I currently homeschool two of my three children and work from home.
My Teaching Philosophy:
I believe meeting a student where they are is essential to helping them learn successfully. I offer a differentiated approach to allow all learners an opportunity to participate. I believe in a multi-sensory approach to learning. I want all children to love reading and learning in general. I am passionate about children gaining confidence in their abilities and feeling successful.
Fun Facts:
*I have a husband and three children.
*We frequently travel due to my husband's job.
*I enjoy traveling, reading, and spending time with my family.
*I love teaching children.
Thank you for stopping by and I hope to see you soon!
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