Writing and Representing
In Grade 4, students refine their writing and representing skills through a more sophisticated application of the writing process. They develop greater independence as writers, crafting texts in various genres for different purposes and audiences while strengthening their understanding of writing conventions, voice, and style.
Grade Four Expectations for Writing and Representing
Write for Pleasure and Personal Growth
- Choose sophisticated topics of personal interest to explore in writing
- Analyze and apply techniques from favorite authors as models for their own writing
- Write daily for various purposes to develop writing fluency and confidence
- Independently reflect on personal strengths as writers, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies for growth throughout the writing process
- Begin to develop a unique writing voice and personal style
Specific Curriculum Outcomes
By the end of Grade Four, the learner will be expected to:
Assessment Strategies
Approaches to assess writing and representing skills
Teaching Strategies
Effective approaches for teaching writing and representing
Resources
Materials to support writing and representing instruction
Recommended Learning Activities
Engaging writing activities for Grade 4 students
Caribbean Heritage Journal
Students research and write about aspects of their cultural heritage, combining personal narratives with historical information.
Multimedia News Report
Students create news reports on local or school events, integrating written articles with photos, graphics, and video interviews.
Environmental Advocacy Campaign
Students research local environmental issues and create persuasive writing pieces to advocate for positive changes in their community.
Digital Poetry Collection
Students explore different poetic forms and create an illustrated digital anthology of original poems incorporating Caribbean themes.