The 7th reader (4g) in the Abeka® reading program Grade 4, turns a focus to problems and the solutions created by inventions—historical and current technology. Excerpts of traditional favorites like Mr. Popper’s Penguins; Ben and Me; and Homer Price will inspire further reading. Students will also enjoy nonfictions based on astronaut John Glenn and Joni Eareckson Tada. Readers will compare 1st-person and 3rd person point of view. Students will analyze poetry, problem/solution narratives, and begin comparing fiction and nonfiction. For answers to comprehension questions and teacher direction, see the Reading 4 Answer Key with Literary Development and Enrichment Activities. This is the Homeschool Teacher Resource. 209 pgs, pb.
Gifts and Gadgets (Abeka)
SKU
060903
Grade 4
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Teaching Method
Traditional
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Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
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Unit Study
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Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
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Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
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Presentation
Sequential
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Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
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$25.05 Description
Publisher's Description of Gifts and Gadgets (Abeka)
Follow Ty and his gadgets in these modern realistic fiction narratives inspiring innovation and creativity in Gifts and Gadgets. This compilation contains exciting stories, informative selections, and enjoyable poems that will have your students wanting to read more. This reader highlights literary concepts including the problem and solution text structure as well as further explanation of points of view with stories written in both first and third person. In addition to intriguing selections, this student resource will encourage critical thinking with included write-in activities and comprehension questions.
Category Description for Abeka Reading - Grade 4
This level continues to develop fluency and reading comprehension through analysis of text structure while examining a variety of genres that will have young readers coming back for more! With an emphasis on literary elements and concepts, students will grow in their ability to think critically while establishing and developing the foundation for a biblical worldview. Books progress in order: Once Upon a Story; Pilgrim’s Progress: Christiana’s Journey; In His Hands; Song of the Brook; Road Trip East; Fables and Folktales; Gifts and Gadgets; Road Trip West; Adventures in Other Lands.
For answers to comprehension questions and teacher direction, see the Reading 4 Answer Key with Literary Development and Enrichment Activities. This is the Homeschool Teacher Resource. Reading 4 Answer Key with Literary Development and Enrichment correlates with the daily lesson plans and homework assignments found in Homeschool Reading 4 Curriculum Lesson Plans. ~Amber
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grade: | 4 |
| Brand: | Abeka |
| Length in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.6 |
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