Friday, March 12, 2010

Why are they learning that?

I often have parents asking why something is or isn't taught in fourth grade. All teachers in Utah are to be following the state core curriculum. If you would like to see exactly what this includes click here and select the grade and subject.

I have leeway about when and how to teach topics. If I find the children are really interested in a topic, I spend more time on it. Current events are also included, such as elections, the Olympics, earthquakes, etc. One of our favorite sites to use is Brain Pop! I have a subscription but there are many free videos on it as well.

Despite having a well-written core, I find there are some holes for some students. When I was young, I never learned measurement very well. What topics do you think your child should have been learned by now but hasn't?

1 comment:

Kathy Eldredge said...

I have been impressed with the amount of material they are learning in class. I particularly think that the reading comprehension homework is very valuable. My daughter loves the science! I am disappointed by the amount of physical education. We used to do presidential fitness tests and run the mile every once in a while. (My worst nightmare as a child) I think one hour a week is too little for P.E.