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Grade 4
Grade 4 Math Curriculum · FCPS
Quarter-by-Quarter Comparison
Standard Math vs. Advanced Math (AAP)
StandardGrade 4 level (Virginia SOL 4)
- Line graphs, probability as fractions 0–1 (≤24 outcomes); 9-digit place value & comparison
- Multiplication facts through 12×12; factor pairs & GCF; 2- & 3-digit × 1-digit; division with remainders
- Decimals through thousandths; fraction–decimal equivalence (halves to hundredths); decimal addition/subtraction
- Like-denominator fraction & mixed number +/−; whole number × unit fraction; quadrilateral & solid classification; US/metric conversions
AAP AdvancedGrade 5 level
- Line graphs + stem-and-leaf plots; probability with justification; order of operations; 9-digit place value
- Prime/composite & prime factorization (up to 100); multi-step ×÷ problems; factor pairs & GCF
- Decimals through thousandths; fraction–decimal equivalence extended (thirds, eighths, factors of 100); mixed fraction & decimal comparison
- Angle classification & measurement (protractor); triangle classification; unlike-denominator fraction +/−; perimeter, area & volume
Q4 · Apr–JunCurrent
Standard
- Estimate and determine sum or difference of fractions/mixed numbers with like denominators (2,3,4,5,6,8,10,12); simplify; solve single-step real-life problems; addition/subtraction may include regrouping
- Solve single-step real-life problems: whole number (≤12) × unit fraction with models (e.g., 6×1/3, 1/5×8, 2×1/10); apply inverse property of multiplication (e.g., 4×1/4 = 4/4 = 1)
- Determine all possible outcomes of simple events (≤24); write probability as a fraction between 0 and 1; determine likelihood; create real-life probability problems using coins, counters, number cubes, and spinners
- Identify, describe, and draw points, lines, line segments, rays, and angles (endpoints, vertices, symbols) using ruler/straightedge; identify parallel, perpendicular, and intersecting lines in plane and solid figures
- Classify quadrilaterals (parallelograms, rectangles, squares, rhombi, trapezoids) by parallel sides, perpendicular sides, congruent sides, and number of right angles; use geometric markings (tick marks, right-angle symbols)
- Identify and describe solid shapes (cubes, rectangular prisms, square pyramids, spheres, cones, cylinders) by number of vertices, edges, and faces and the shapes of faces; compare plane and solid figures
- Determine appropriate units; estimate and measure length (to 1/8 inch, foot, yard; mm, cm, m), weight/mass (oz, lb; g, kg), and liquid volume (cup, pint, quart, gallon; mL, L); solve unit conversion problems within the US customary system
AAP
- Estimate and determine sum/difference of fractions/mixed numbers (like denominators 2,3,4,5,6,8,10,12); simplify; solve single-step real-life problems; addition/subtraction may include regrouping; solve single-step problems: whole number × proper fraction (with models)
- Estimate, represent, solve, and justify single- and multi-step problems using addition and subtraction of fractions with like AND unlike denominators (Fractions Part 3); create, model, and solve contextual fraction problems
- Apply inverse property of multiplication with models (e.g., 4×1/4 = 4/4 = 1); identify, describe, extend, and create increasing/decreasing patterns with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals in context
- Identify, describe, and draw points, lines, line segments, rays, and angles (endpoints, vertices, symbols) using ruler/straightedge; identify parallel, perpendicular, and intersecting lines in 2D and 3D figures; use symbols to name geometric figures
- Classify and measure angles (acute, right, obtuse, straight) using appropriate tools (protractor, angle ruler, technology); classify triangles by angle measure; solve problems involving angles, including those in context
- Classify quadrilaterals (parallelograms, rectangles, squares, rhombi, trapezoids) by parallel/perpendicular/congruent sides and right angles; use geometric markings; identify solid shapes (cubes, rectangular prisms, square pyramids, spheres, cones, cylinders) by vertices, edges, and faces
- Determine appropriate units; estimate and measure length, weight/mass, and liquid volume (US customary and metric); solve unit conversion problems; reason mathematically with metric units in multi-step problems; use multiple representations to solve problems involving perimeter, area, and volume
Key Points for Parents
If your child is in Advanced (AAP) — they are covering Grade 5 levelcontent. They're learning material one grade above their peers, which requires more abstract thinking and problem-solving.
If your child is in Standard — they are completing Grade 4 level (Virginia SOL 4) SOL standards. End-of-year SOL test preparation is important, and if desired, you can work toward AAP placement next year.
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