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Term Plan for MathematicsGrade 4

Term One 2010-2011 Review work done in Grade 3

Count by 2’s, 5’s, 10’s & 25’s to 100 and beyond

Identify place value in a three & four-digit number.

Explain the difference between place value and total value

Identify the place value of any digit in a three/four digit number

Tell the total value of a a digit in a three/four digit numeral

Identify odd & even numbers Read and write numbers up to three and

four-digits in words and figures Write the expanded notation for three and

four- digit numbers Recall multiplications tables by 2, 3, 4 & 5 Round off two/three digit number to the

nearest 10 Whole Number Operations Add sets of two, three and four- digit

numbers with and without regrouping Subtract two, three and four- digit

numerals without & with regrouping Multiply a whole number by 2, 3, 4 & 5

Fractions

Explain what is meant by proper, improper and mixed fractions

Identify proper & improper fractions and mixed numbers

Convert improper fractions to mixed numbersand vice versa.

Measurement

correctly in both ways ( mention method used in USA but don’t teach ) Estimate length of objects using metres & centimeters.

Measure and record lengths of objects using metres and centimeters.

Recall time on the hour, half hour and quarter hour.

Use time vocabulary correctly a.m., p.m., noon, midday, now, later etc.

Write dates

Geometry

Review angles Recognize angles in figures and shapes

Graphs

Read information from pictographs and bar graphs where one picture or bar represents one or more item(s)

Introduce the concept of line graphs Suggestion: These can be done in

Computer classes

Term Two 2010-2011

Review work done last term

Number Concepts

Read and write up to five digit numbers in words and figures.

Identify the place value of any digit in a 5-digit number, e.g. in 32, 648 the place value of the 6 is hundreds.

Tell the total value of a digit in a five-digit numeral e.g., in 32, 648 the total value of the 6 is 600.

Solve problems involving place value and total value.

Recall the multiplication and division facts for the tables 2 – 10, instead of reciting the tables.

Complete a given sequence through counting by 2s, 3s, 4s, 5s, 6s, 7s, 8s, 9s, 10s, 20s, 25s, & 50s.

Round off a three-digit number to the nearest 10 and 100.

Write Roman numerals through 12. Explain the concepts of multiples and

factors. List the LCM of two numbers. List all the factors of a given number,

e.g. 1 x 24, 2 x 12, 3 x 8, 4 x 6 Explain the concepts of prime and

composite numbers.

Whole Number Operations

Add sets of numbers up to five-digit numbers. Subtract a pair of five-digit numbers. Combine addition and subtraction using brackets.

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Multiply a whole number by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 20, and 100. Multiply a two-digit and three digit number by another two-digit number. Divide by a one digit and a two-digit number. Create and solve problems which involve addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of

whole numbers.

Measurement

Length: estimate lengths of objects in metres or centimetres Measure and record lengths of objects in metres or centimeters Mass/ Weight: estimate mass of objects in grams or kilograms Measure and record the mass of objects in grams and kilograms Select the most appropriate unit of length, mass for measuring an item e.g. length of cloth – m,

mass/ weight of person – kg Calculate the area of squares and rectangles by using the formula, L x W. Calculate the perimeter of squares, rectangles and other polygons. Write the correct notation for times (3:00 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 7 :35 a.m. etc) Write dates correctly in both ways (13 th

January , 2010, 13/01/10 – d/m/y; make them aware

of the USA method (m/d/y/) Use calendar to check number of days

in a month and from one event to another

Use a calendar to check the number of days within a given period from one month to another within the same month

Discuss the terms ‘anniversary’, ‘jubilee’, ‘silver’, ‘diamond’, ‘golden’, ’century’, ‘centurion,’ ‘decade’, ‘millennium’.

Fractions

Find sets of equivalent fractions for a given fraction Find the LCD of 2 fractions Add a pair of simple fractions or mixed numbers where the denominators are the same. Subtract a pair of simple fractions or mixed numbers where the denominators are the same. Add 2 fractions with unlike but related denominators Add or subtract simple fractions using brackets Subtract 2 fractions where the denominators are unlike but related Multiply a fraction by a whole e.g. ½ x 8

Geometry

Recognize angles in figures and shapes Explain concept of right angles Identify the number of shapes and

angles in two –dimensional (plane )shapes

Identify the number of lines of symmetry in a plane figure

Describe three-dimensional shapes (cubes, cuboids, cones, cylinders,

spheres) in terms of number of flat sides, curved sides, edges, vertices.

Graphs

Read information from pictographs and bar graphs where one picture or bar represents one or more item(s)

Introduce the concept of line graphs; read information from a line graphs

Prepare a table from information in a pictograph, bar graph and line graph

Draw pictographs , bar graphs and line graphs from information given in a table

Solve problems using the data presented in a graph

Term Three 2010-2011

Whole Number Operations Divide by a one digit and a two digit number Review all work done in whole number operations

Fractions

Find sets of equivalent fractions for a given fraction Find the LCD of 2 fractions Add a pair of simple fractions or mixed numbers

where the denominators are the same. Subtract a pair of simple fractions or mixed numbers where the denominators are the same.

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Add 2 fractions with unlike but related denominators Add or subtract simple fractions using brackets Subtract 2 fractions where the denominators are unlike but related Multiply a fraction by a whole e.g. ½ x 8 Write a fraction in decimal form: only fractions with denominators10 e.g. 5/10 =0.5 etc Express a decimal fraction as a common fraction e.g. 0.5 = 5/10=1/5 Identify the place value and the total value of digits in decimal numbers Add and subtract decimals up to hundredths complete a sequence involving decimal numbers Use the symbols>,< to compare a pair of decimal numbers Write a set of given decimals in order of size Review all work done in Fractions

Measurement Add and subtract time in hours and

minutes Calculate the duration of an event or

the time between events Review all work done in Measurement

Geometry

identify the number of lines of symmetry contained in a plane figure

Term Plan for General ScienceGrade 4

Term One 2010-2011

Life Science: The body Review parts of the body List differences in external features of

humans Growth & development – that humans have

babies that develop in the body of mothers That babies have needs which mothers

satisfy Give examples of how parents care for

babies after birth Name main internal organs – heart, lung,

kidneys Identify the location of the main internal

parts of the body

Common animals:

Name and identify the stages of the life cycle of insects (e.g butterflies, frogs)

Arrange the stages of the life cycles of butterflies and frogs in correct order

Plants

Name and identify some plants that grow from seeds

Name and identify some plants that grow from cuttings

State differences in plants roots State differences in plants leaves

Physical Science: matter

List solids, liquids and gases as states of matter

Give examples of solids and liquids List and describe the properties of matter

based on observation Recognize that water can exist as solid,

liquid and gas Recognize that matter can change from

one form to another

Earth and Space: Weather

Define weather List elements of weather Describe various weather conditions

(sunny days, rainy days, storms, thunder, lighting etc)

Clouds – describe and demonstrate how clouds are formed

Temperature – define temperature Tell how temperature affects weather

(evaporation, condensation, air movement) What instrument is used to measure

temperature(thermometer)

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The Earth

Structure of the earth – that it is made up of many layers

State the things that make up the earth rocks, soil, water etc.

List changes that occur due to the movement of the earth(sunrise, sunset)

Term Two 2010-2011

Life Science: Diversity & Classification

Classify plants into flowering and non-flowering; monocotyledonous and dicotyledonous

Discuss the uses of plants to humans Describe the differences between

monocotyledonous and dicotyledonous Discuss the uses of plants to humans Describe the physical structures of the

main parts of plants Relate the features of these external

structures of plants to their function Define propagation State two natural methods by which

flowering plants can be propagated Explain the effects of technology on growth

and reproduction in plants State the various ways in which technology

is utilized in the growth and propagation of plants

Define the following: seed, plant, tree, shrub, vine, herb

Identify seeds as a means of reproducing different plants

Describe the process of germination in plants

Observe and describe the stages in the process of growth in plants

List the factors needed for germination to occur

Compare the rate of germination in a variety of seeds

Demonstrate respect for plants in their environment(I would suggest allowing the Agri. Sc. Teacher to assist here)

Earth and Space: Weather & Water

(review work done in term one)

Lists the two main sources of water in nature’s water cycle ( ground and surface water)

Identify ways in which water is important to human beings

Observe the evaporation and condensation of water

Identify the evaporation and condensation of water

Compare the rate of evaporation of water under different conditions; account for the differences observed; infer that weather affects evaporation of water in nature

Identify the heat source that powers nature’s water cycle

Design and construct a model to represent the water cycle

Record weather using standard symbols Summarize and represent data from

recordings of the weather using simple graphs

Distinguish between weather conditions by examining weather charts

Earth’s Resources

Identify and name some of earth’s resources (include air, water, rocks, soil)

Classify these as renewable and non-renewable

Collect and classify rocks; illustrate how they are related

Describe some uses of rocks to the environment ( protecting the coast line, preventing/reducing erosion)

Investigate how people use rocks for different purposes (extraction of minerals, building, etc.)

Design and make ornaments from rocks(paper weights)

Classify soils as sand, clay and loam Distinguish among various soils on the

basis of physical properties (colour, texture, structure, components, etc.)

Solar System

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Discuss the relationship among the earth, moon and sun

Operationally define the terms ‘rotate’, ‘revolve’, ‘planet’, ‘star’, ‘satellite’.

Identify the earth as a planet in space; the moon as earth’s satellite; the sun as a star

Name the planets of the solar system and place them in their relative positions to one another

Infer that the sun is the main source of light in the solar system

Construct a model of the solar system

Term Three 2010 -2011

Life Science:

Parts of the flower Describe a food chain construct simple food chains in Known

terrestrial ecosystems list ways in which organisms interact

with each other besides providing food list ways in which organisms that live

on land differ from those that live in water

Explain how these differences enable them to survive in their habitat

define endangered species; list some endangered species in St. Lucia

list methods of preservation of endangered species

list ways in which man can destroy living organisms

list laws pertaining to the protection of wildlife

list animals that are protected by law in St. Lucia

Identify places which are wildlife reserves in St. Lucia

Matter: Energy, Force & Motion List various sources for electricity Trace the flow of energy in a system Give examples of energy transformation Give reasons for energy conservation Simply describe the formation of fossil

fuels Distinguish between objects that

produce their own light Predict the location, shape & size of a

shadow when the light source is placed in a given location relative to the object.

Recognize , using their observation, that sounds can travel through a substance

Compare the electrical conductivity of substances

Use tools to measure changes in position and speed of an object after a push or pull has been applied

Define speed State how the magnitude of an object

affect the motion of the object State how the mass of an object can

affect the motion produced by a force

Use levers and inclined planes to show how they help make work easier

Term Plan for HFLEGrade 4

Term One2010 -2011 Self Awareness

Hereditary traits Personality traits Identify ways in which individuals are

special and different.

Disease Prevention & Life Style Practices

Personal health – explain why personal hygiene and grooming are important to good health

Identify physical factors that keep us healthy

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Identify how advertisements influence personal health

List some personal behaviours/actions which are harmful to health and well-being

Dental Care

List foods that promote good dental health List foods that are harmful to the teeth List habits that are harmful to the teeth

( consider trip to dentist)

Food and Nutrition: food nutrients

State the importance of the different food groups to the body

Explain the importance of eating foods from all the different food groups

Give reasons why it is important to limit foods high in fats, salts and sugar

Explain why breakfast is important Predict the consequences of over eating

Term Two 2010 - 2011

Self Awareness

Building Self Concept; explain the meaning of self concept

Identify ways of building self concept; list emotional, social, intellectual and spiritual factors that help build self concept

Identify ways in which we can help e ach other build self concept

Identify persons who can help in building self concept

Identify behaviours that indicate good self concept (appropriate grooming, mode of dress, language used, good behaviour patterns, quality of friendships, etc.)

Interpersonal Relations

Identify steps in mediation Give reasons for self control; identify

consequences of lack of self control Give reasons why conflict arise in families,

between friends, neighbours etc. Use conflict management skills to resolve

conflicts with friends, family members, etc. Lists some daily decisions that they make;

list examples of simple and difficult decisions; identify steps in decision making; factors that influence decision making; practice steps in decision making regarding safety, health and other personal situations

Explain the meaning of values and explore value systems of other societies

Compare the values of other societies with that of St. Lucia

Explain how religious beliefs and cultural mores influence value systems


Identify characteristics of illness and wellness

Identify behaviours that can promote emotions and physical wellness

Identify areas where health behaviours may need to change

List some strategies to improve and maintain personal health

Identify measures for reducing risks to disease within the home, school and community

Identify the roles of individuals, institutions and organization in health promotion and disease prevention

Categorize the different types of drugs/substances used/ abused/misused

Explain the effects of illegal drugs on the body

Suggest steps/ ways by which they can be drug free

Suggest ways by which the school can be kept drug free

Demonstrate the ability to make informed choices/decisions the use/ abuse of drugs/substances

Identify physical/social activities can provide alternatives to drug use

Food and Nutrition:

Name the six major nutrients; list the functions of these nutrients ( proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, fats, water, minerals)

Name some local foods which contain each of the nutrients

Group foods with similar nutritious values

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Select foods from the four food groups to plan a nutritious breakfast

Differentiate between nutritious and non-nutritious snacks

Examine the nutritious value of their favourite cereals/snacks etc

Identify persons who produce foods Describe some deficiency diseases Digestion: List the parts of the digestive

system Identify the digestive juices/enzymes found

in the different parts of the alimentary canal

List ways of helping the proper functioning of the digestive system e.g. limit use of sugar, salt, fats chew food properly, etc.

Identify factors that influence eating patterns and habits (advertisements, costs, availability, etc.)

Make personal goal statements to improve eating habits

List health conditions under which foods should be purchased and consumed

Physical Fitness

Explain the importance of keeping the body fit *

Identify exercise /activities that keep the body fit; that strengthen the heart and lungs *

Identify poor living habits that contribute to heart disease (lack of exercise, being

overweight, poor eating habits, smoking, drinking alcohol, etc) *

Explain the function of the respiratory system

List diseases associated with that system State how lifestyles contribute to

contracting diseases of the respiratory system

Explain the value of rest, relaxation, leisure time and exercise to good health

*Can be done in P.E.

Term Three 2010 - 2011

Body Systems

List the parts and the basic functions of the different body systems- digestive, reproductive, circulatory, respiratory, nervous

Growth & Development

Pubertal changes in male and female – identify changes that take place in boys and girls during puberty( can bring in a doctor to explain)

Physical changes – express feelings associated with body changes

list some proper body hygiene practices during that time


Categorize the different types of drugs/substances used/ abused/misused

Explain the effects of illegal drugs on the body

Suggest steps/ ways by which they can be drug free

Suggest ways by which the school can be kept drug free

Demonstrate the ability to make informed choices/decisions the use/ abuse of drugs/substances

Identify physical/social activities can provide alternatives to drug useReview all work done so far.

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Term Plan for LanguageGrade 4

Term One 2010 - 2011Reading

Read text at grade level with appropriate fluency, intonation, expression and pacing

Use knowledge of the alphabetic code to decode complex letter clusters and words

Identify/recognize and sound out complex letter clusters and read accurately the words in which they occur

Use appropriate strategies such as syllabification, phonics and use of word parts to recognize and read familiar words

Use knowledge of synonyms and antonyms to determine the meaning of words and phrases in a passage

Identify words that have more than one meaning and interpret their use in a passage

Use the dictionary to find the origin and derivation of new/unfamiliar words encountered in reading

Use knowledge of the origin and derivation of a word to determine its meaning in a particular context

Determine the roots and affixes (prefixes & suffixes) of words

Use knowledge of roots and affixes to determine the meaning of unknown /familiar words

Identify words with more than one meaning; interpret their use in a passage

Read for different purposes(pleasure, information etc)

Identify some of the ways in which writers use language to try to influence their readers to a particular point of view.

Use the table of contents, chapter headings, the glossary and index to find information in an expository text

Use the appendices of an expository text to locate additional information about it

Determine the sequential order of presentation in an expository passage

Identify the topic sentence in an expository paragraph

Identify the relevant details given to support the topic sentence in an expository paragraph

Distinguish between fact and opinion in an expository selection

Read a wide and varied range of literature appropriate to grade level

Identify the speaker in a poem and the narrator of a story

Read a description to determine the atmosphere or mood created by a writer

Show understanding of and use the terms of story grammar in their discussions about the narratives they read

Identify the main events in a plot Identify the reasons for the actions or

behavior of a character in a narrative Writing Use various forms of writing for personal

purposes [diary entries, journal entries, friendly letters, formal letters, lists, notes of different kinds}

Use personal resources for writing e.g. observations, reading, conversations (talking to others, interviews), reflection, memory

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Write a composition with a clear sense of the purpose and audience for whom it is intended

Write complete, clear and coherent sentences

Use different text types based on their purposes for writing

Write the following types of compositiono Clear instructions and directionso Summarieso Paragraphs that focus on a central ideao Explaining a simple processo Reports of different kindso Descriptions of people places and

objects in which they use sensory details

o Stories based on real and imagined experiences and events

o Responses to literature including; book reports, comparisons of stories, character sketches, comparisons of characters, blurbs for stories

Use dialogue in a story Use strategies of exposition to organize

paragraphs:o Develop from a topic sentence and

include relevant supporting detailso Present points in a chronological/

sequential ordero Present similarities and differenceso Present cause and effecto Present a question and provide a series

of answers

Write compositions consisting of several paragraphs focused on a central idea and which has an introduction, supporting information presented in paragraphs and an appropriate conclusion

Use process strategies to plan, write, revise and edit their compositions

Use a variety of strategies to generate ideas for writing

Use a simple sentences outline to plan a composition

Modify their outlines based on how the composition shapes up during writing

Use other strategies they have learned for organizing their compositions

Write interesting and clear introductions and endings for their compositions

Improve their writing by including sentences of more varied structure

Use a checklist as a guide to revise, proofread and edit their own writing

Use a dictionary and thesaurus as an aid to writing

Use an encyclopaedia and other reference texts to find information

Access information from different sources (e.g. print and electronic references) in class, school, the public libraries and the Internet

Use the conventions of English appropriate to grade level in writing

Write legibly and show more consistent control of handwriting

Distinguish between sentences that are spoken and written in Standard English, Creole and CIV

Revise writing to check foro Accurate use of subject-verb

agreemento Agreement of pronouns with their

antecedentso Correct use of regular and irregular

verbs in all tenseso Distinguish between contraction it’s

and possessive its Write English sentences that are clear,

coherent and well formed Use appropriate structures to combine

sentences Revise sentences for completeness, clarity

and coherence Revise sentences for sustained use of

English Punctuate sentences using the marks

learned in earlier grades correctly (the full stop, capital letter, question mark, exclamation mark, comma)

Use strategies they have learned to spell high frequencies words

Use their knowledge about subjects across the curriculum to develop specialized vocabularies and to use these productively in school work.

Listening and Speaking

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Listen attentively to oral presentations given by others

Display ability to use conventional conversational principles during conversations with others (e.g. take turns for speaking)

Listen to a set of instructions on how to do/ make something and follow them

Listen to a news forecast and give a brief summary of it

Listen to follow the sequence of events in a report or story

Give a short informative report on a topic of interest

Give an account of an event, e.g. a field trip; a local celebration

Give an oral report on a book that was read or a film that was viewed

Give clear directions on how to get from one place to another

Ask pertinent questions to get information Listen to determine the gist of a

conversation, speech or other type of oral presentation

Listen to an oral presentation to draw conclusions from it

Listen to generate a topic for a passage based on the information given in it

Listen to a short passage to identify the main idea.

Listen to a short passage to distinguish between the main idea and supporting detail

Listen to an oral report to follow the chronology of events

Listen to a short selection to explain it meaning

Listen to a spoken message or oral presentation to summarize the ideas expressed in it.

Term Two 2010 - 2011

Reading (work done in first term continues)








Use knowledge of synonyms and antonyms to determine the meaning of words and phrases in a passage



Identify the topic sentence in an expository paragraph

Distinguish between fact and opinion in an expository selection

Distinguish between cause and effect in an expository passage

Identify words that have more than one meaning and interpret their use in a passage

Identify the main events in a plot Identify the speaker in a poem and the

narrator of a story Identify the relevant details given to

support the topic sentence in an expository paragraph

Identify the reasons for the actions or behavior of a character in a narrative

Locate relevant details given to support the topic sentence in an expository paragraph

Show understanding of the terms used to describe the elements of story grammar

Identify the cause of a particular event in a narrative and its effect(s) on subsequent events

Explain how the behaviour of a character influences that of other characters or events in a narrative

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Distinguish between the plot structure of different types of narrative such as fables, folk tales, fairy tales, myths and legends

Read over writing to revise, edit and improve it

Writing

Use various forms of writing for personal purposes [diary entries, journal entries, friendly letters, formal letters, lists, notes of different kinds}


Paraphrase a short selection to show understanding of it

Write a short summary of an expository selection

Write an expository paragraph presenting information in chronological/sequential order

Write an expository paragraph using comparison and contrast to organize the information

Write an expository paragraph to present the cause(s) and effect(s) of an incident or event

Use appropriate literary terms to refer to elements of narratives in writing about them

Write a story based on an imagined or real experience


Write organized paragraphs and focus on a central idea


Write a composition of more than one paragraph and which has an introduction that indicates the topic, supporting paragraphs In which sufficient information is provided to support the topic

Use strategies of exposition to organize paragraphs:

o Develop from a topic sentence and include relevant supporting details

o Present points in a chronological/ sequential order

o Present similarities and differenceso Present cause and effecto Present a question and provide a series

of answers Write notes on information read Paraphrase information Write English sentences that are well

formed Use the conventions of standard English

appropriate to Grade level Revise writing to correct mistakes in word

order and sentence formation Use learned strategies to spell prefixes and

high frequency words correctly

Grammar

Write sentences in which parts of speech are used correctly

Use verbs , pronouns and coordinating conjunctions correctly in writing

Use regular and irregular verbs correctly in sentences

Use inverted commas to indicate direct speech

Use the apostrophe to indicate the possessive case in nouns

Use the quotation marks to indicate the titles of articles , poems, stories


Listen to identify new words in an oral communication to determine the meaning , use and information given

Incorporate new words learned in planned oral presentations

Choose words careful;;y to present information clearly and accurately in an oral presentation

Listen to follow the chronology of events in an oral report

Ask pertinent questions to get information Answer questions to explain and clarify the

meaning of a reading selection Listen to an expository selection to follow

the sequential order of points presented Listen to identify the cause and effect of an

occurrence as presented in an oral account Listen to identify the main idea in a short

passage

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Listen to identify use of language with sensory appeal in a literary selection (alliteration, simile etc.)

Select and prepare a topic for oral presentation and maintain a central focus

Give an oral, factual account of an incident, presenting information in sequential order

Give a short informative presentation to show the cause and effect in a specific incident or event

Discuss the contributions of illustrations to a narrative selection

Discuss the feedback given by teachers and peers on writing

Use subject verb agreement, regular and irregular verbs correct pronouns and coordinating conjunctions in spoken messages/ planned oral presentations

Use complete, clear and well formed sentences in speaking


Reading (work done in this subject is ongoing)










Distinguish between cause and effect in an expository passage

Read over writing to revise, edit and improve it

Writing

Use various forms of writing for personal purposes [diary entries, journal entries, friendly letters, formal letters, lists, notes of different kinds


Paraphrase a short selection to show understanding of it

Use appropriate literary terms to refer to elements of narratives in writing about them

Write a story based on an imagined or real experience


Write organized paragraphs and focus on a central idea


Write a composition of more than one paragraph and which has an introduction that indicates the topic, supporting paragraphs In which sufficient information is provided to support the topic

Use strategies of exposition to organize paragraphs:

o Develop from a topic sentence and include relevant supporting details

o Present points in a chronological/ sequential order

o Present similarities and differenceso Present cause and effecto Present a question and provide a series

of answers


Listen to identify new words in an oral communication to determine the meaning , use and information given

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Incorporate new words learned in planned oral presentations

Choose words careful;;y to present information clearly and accurately in an oral presentation

Listen to follow the chronology of events in an oral report

Ask pertinent questions to get information Answer questions to explain and clarify the

meaning of a reading selection Listen to an expository selection to follow

the sequential order of points presented Listen to identify the cause and effect of an

occurrence as presented in an oral account Listen to identify the main idea in a short

passage Listen to identify use of language with

sensory appeal in a literary selection (alliteration, simile etc.)

Select and prepare a topic for oral presentation and maintain a central focus

Give an oral, factual account of an incident, presenting information in sequential order

Give a short informative presentation to show the cause and effect in a specific incident or event

Discuss the contributions of illustrations to a narrative selection

Discuss the feedback given by teachers and peers on writing

Use subject verb agreement, regular and irregular verbs correct pronouns and coordinating conjunctions in spoken messages/ planned oral presentations

Use complete, clear and well formed sentences in speaking

Grammar (ongoing)

Write sentences in which parts of speech are used correctly

Use verbs , pronouns and coordinating conjunctions correctly in writing

Use regular and irregular verbs correctly in sentences

Use inverted commas to indicate direct speech

Use the apostrophe to indicate the possessive case in nouns

Use the quotation marks to indicate the titles of articles , poems, stories

Term Plan for Social StudiesGrade 4

Term One 2010 – 2011

Caring for St. Lucia a Very Special Place Use of Resources

Identify major uses of land (area and soil fertility) in St. Lucia (agriculture, housing, recreation, habitats, commerce)

Simply explain why particular types of vegetation may be found mainly in particular areas of St. Lucia

Identify the major uses of vegetation in St. Lucia. (Food, medicine, fuel, habitats, furniture and housing, boat building, craft making and guard against erosion.

Explain the importance of water to St. Lucia and St. Lucians

Explain and construct a simple version of the water cycle.

Name the natural and man-made forms of storage or passage of water in St. Lucia (river, lake, waterfall, dam, sea, mangrove, ground water).

List ways in which rivers in St. Lucia are important

Explain what a water catchment is and its importance to the people of St. Lucia.

Give examples to illustrate the importance of mangroves in St. Lucia

Identify the various ways in which the sea is important to St. Lucians.

Simply explain the importance of coral reefs.

Identify some important relationships between and among natural resources.

Use examples to illustrate the fragility of the island ecosystem.

Conservation

Describe activities that decrease the water supply

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Give examples of human activities that pollute the water catchment areas and the rivers.

List ways in which St. Lucians misuse mangrove areas

Give examples of common human activities that may pollute the sea and damage the coral reefs

Identify possible consequences of wastage of water

Identify possible consequences of pollution of rivers, catchment areas and seas.

State the consequences of deforestation Identify possible consequences filling and

polluting mangroves Use the word ‘conservation’ correctly Simply state laws related to conservation

of each of the following, animal life, forests, rivers, coral reefs and the sea

Identify groups in St. Lucia that work towards the conservation of the environment and identify the work of each group

Propose a list of actions that children can take to help conserve resources.

Term Two 2010 - 2011

Caring for St. Lucia a Very Special Place

Location & Description

Where is St. Lucia? Use simple cardinal directions to locate St. Lucia in relation to neighbouring territories and water bodies

Locate St. Lucia on a map of the Eastern Caribbean

State its location using lines of longitude and latitude

What does St. Lucia look like? Recognize a map of St. Lucia

Give a general description of the topography of St. Lucia

Identify and differentiate among some of the main landforms (valleys, mountains, hills, beaches, bays, ridges etc.)

Describe the climate of St. Lucia in terms of prevailing weather patterns(average temperature, seasons)

Environments & People

How does the climate affect the way people live? Associate the prevailing weather patterns for certain times of the year with particular activities (planting, harvesting, road repairs, sporting activities etc.)

In what way does the shape of the island affect the lives of St. Lucians?

Locate on a map of St. Lucia some special features (natural reserves, national parks) of the natural environment

State the benefits of each of these special features to St. Lucians

Identify the uses to which the people of St. Lucia put the various landforms

Use examples to illustrate the affect of landscape on the type of economic activity

Explain simply the effect of landscape on the location of human settlement and the design of buildings

Recognize the relationship between landscape and the availability of infrastructure

Identify the problems faced by people who live on slopes, ridges, and lowlands; make suggestions for reducing/ addressing these problems

Give examples of changes made to the natural landscape by man through deforestation, land reclamation and diversion of rivers

Explain simply why humans attempt to make changes to the landscape

Identify major consequences of man made change to the landscape

Identify ways in which humans may be affected when natural forces change the landscape

Give examples of actions that have been taken to lessen the effects of natural forces on the landscape

Map Skills

Use legends to find information from maps and present information on maps

Locate and describe the location of places using intermediate cardinal directions

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Construct and read simple tables , bar graphs, flow charts and time lines

Gather information /data through use of text observation and short interviews

Formulate hypotheses and test them Recognize that maps can present various

types of information


Caring for St. Lucia a Very Special Place:

Culture & Heritage: Review Illustrate the ethnic, cultural and Racial

composition of the nation Explain how the ethnic cultural and racial

composition of their country is reflected in the cultural events, customs, folklore and festivals

explain the purpose and significance of some customs, traditions and cultural celebrations in their country

Present information on the different ethnic groups in the community and nation

Individuals, Groups and Institutions: Explain the roles of citizens explain their rights and responsibilities as

citizens of their country Identify groups and institutions e.g. ethnic,

social, cultural service/volunteer, political, trade etc.

Explain the importance of the functions of social, political and cultural groups

Give examples of co-operation among groups in society

identify symbols, monuments, heroes, outstanding individuals and awards

Explain how symbols are used to promote national identify pride and achievement

Civic Ideals and Practice: Give examples of the rights and

responsibilities of members of society Explain the importance of each individual’s

participation in the development of the society

Demonstrate sensitivity and tolerance towards people of other racial and ethnic groups

Illustrate the importance of fostering co-operation in the home, school, etc

Indicate ways in which persons can demonstrate love for their country and respect for its laws and institutions

Power, Authority and Governance: Identify the persons, groups and

institutions responsible for maintaining law and order in the country

Give examples of the functions and responsibilities of law and order agencies

Explain the importance of rules and laws in the home, school, community and country

Demonstrate/enact a scenario of the consequences of having no rules or laws in the country

Describe how governments and leaders in the country are elected

Explain the importance of having leaders and the roles performed by the different leaders in government

Production, Distribution and Consumption:Give examples of the types of industries found in the country

Illustrate the types of products/outputs from local industries and the technology employed

Identify the workers who produce goods and provide services in the country

Make an assessment of the value of jobs and their and their contribution to the local community

Explain the concepts goods, surplus, demand, exchange, income and jobs

Explain the term ‘trade’ Identify the tourism activities of their

country Explain the importance of tourism to a

country Collect information on various economic

activities and practices in their country present information in various forms (charts, maps, graphs etc.

Map Skills:

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Use legends to find information from maps and present information on maps

Locate and describe the location of places using intermediate cardinal directions

Construct and read simple tables , bar graphs, flow charts and time lines

Gather information /data through use of text observation and short interviews

Formulate hypotheses and test them Recognize that maps can present various

types of information

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