Social Studies

Dear Fourth Grader,

 

Hi!  Welcome to 4th Grade Social Studies.  My name is Ms. Williams, and I am your Social Studies teacher this year.  We will be learning about the different regions of the United States, Kansas history, and some basic economics.  We will also learn to read an informational text.   I think you are going to have a lot of fun!

 

            Here are some important rules for my room:  Be respectful to the other students and me.  That means, don’t say anything that might hurt someone else’s feelings.  And, please wait your turn to speak.  Also, the items that are in my room need to stay in my room.  If these rules are not followed, you could get in trouble – so please remember them.

           

            Your teacher will assign a Social Studies book to you.  You won’t have to bring it to my room, but you might want to bring it home if you need to use it.

 

            Here are some assignments that you will do this year.  For more information about these assignments, please go to the school website and click on my page.  You may also ask me for a paper copy of this information. 

 

Vocab Pictures:  You will draw a picture of the important vocabulary words and concepts from each chapter.  If you do a great job, you can even get extra credit!  I will keep them in my room so that you don’t lose it, but you are welcome to take them home to work on them.  Also, you definitely want to practice these before a test.

 

Reading Quizzes, Graphic Organizers, and Other Homework:  We will complete these in class.  But, if you are not satisfied with your grade, you can do it over and over again until it is perfect.   I will give you full credit for your corrections.  These can also be found online, or you can ask me for a copy.

 

Tests:  Except for third quarter, when we are learning about Kansas History, we will take two tests each quarter.  If you study your vocabulary, the tests will be easy!  We will also take four short States and Capitals quizzes during the second and fourth quarters.

               Projects:  Each quarter, you will be expected to complete one project at home.  Please pay close attention to the rubric, and don't forget the due date!

 

          I am looking forward to having you in my class!  

 

All the Best,

 

 

 

Ms. Williams