Home

Welcome Families!

==== As you know, your 4th graders are now well into our studies in geometry. We are learning about various shapes, their symmetry and angles, and how we see geometry through a variety of encounters in everyday life. Our studies in geometry will continue as we learn about taking measurements in both customary and metric systems, and learn to find the area and perimeter of a variety of objects. ====

==== On the activities page I have included a few worksheets that you can work on with your child to further their learning. Additionally, they will be working on a project throughout the unit that will ask them to create visual representations of their room. They will begin by measuring lengths of objects within their room using customary units of measure: inches, feet and yards. After we learn about converting these units, they will be asked to convert each of their measurements to inches. Finally, as we learn about perimeter and area, the students will be asked to find the perimeter and area of their own bedroom, and the objects inside of it. As a conclusive activity they will use graph paper to accurately draw a visual representation of their bedroom to be displayed in the classroom. We encourage you to work with your child as they become familiar with these measurements. Challenge them to find the area and perimeter of other items in your house as well! ====

==== As always, we appreciate you collaborating with us in your child’s learning. Your participation helps to add to your child’s excitement and makes them even more engaged in class. Please feel free to email me or call me with questions. ====