Elementary School Grade 4 Reading
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Grade 4 Reading
Overview of the course and importance of reading skills in Grade 4

Module #2
Review of Grade 3 Reading Skills
Review of phonics, fluency, and comprehension skills learned in Grade 3

Module #3
Understanding Fiction Texts
Introduction to fiction texts, characters, settings, and plot structures

Module #4
Reading Fiction:Plot and Theme
Identifying plot events, themes, and main ideas in fiction texts

Module #5
Comprehension Strategies:Visualizing
Using visualization to improve comprehension and retain information

Module #6
Understanding Nonfiction Texts
Introduction to nonfiction texts, text structures, and features

Module #7
Reading Nonfiction:Main Ideas and Details
Identifying main ideas, supporting details, and text evidence in nonfiction texts

Module #8
Comprehension Strategies:Questioning
Using questioning to clarify meaning and make inferences

Module #9
Reading Poetry
Introduction to poetry, poetic devices, and figurative language

Module #10
Understanding Authors Purpose
Identifying authors purpose, tone, and point of view in texts

Module #11
Vocabulary Development:Word Analysis
Analyzing word structures, prefixes, suffixes, and root words

Module #12
Vocabulary Development:Context Clues
Using context clues to determine word meanings

Module #13
Reading Fluently
Improving reading fluency through practice and expression

Module #14
Comprehension Strategies:Summarizing
Summarizing texts to identify main ideas and supporting details

Module #15
Making Inferences and Drawing Conclusions
Making inferences and drawing conclusions based on text evidence

Module #16
Identifying and Explaining Themes
Identifying and explaining themes in fiction and nonfiction texts

Module #17
Comparing and Contrasting Texts
Comparing and contrasting texts, characters, and themes

Module #18
Reading Informational Texts
Reading and comprehending informational texts, including diagrams and charts

Module #19
Comprehension Strategies:Monitoring and Adjusting
Monitoring comprehension and adjusting reading strategies as needed

Module #20
Writing in Response to Reading
Writing responses to reading, including summaries and opinions

Module #21
Reading and Writing Workshop
Applying reading and writing skills in a workshop setting

Module #22
Independent Reading and Book Clubs
Developing independent reading habits and participating in book clubs

Module #23
Assessment and Evaluation
Understanding reading assessments and evaluations, including rubrics and standards

Module #24
Reading and Technology
Using technology to enhance reading skills and access digital texts

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Elementary School Grade 4 Reading career

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