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**Science **
Our science studies are exciting to both teachers and students. We use FOSS kits provided by the T.U.S.D. Science Center. The hands on experients, collection of data and use of science journals provide students with the opportunity to be young scientists.

__**The units of study in 4th grade are:**__
 * 1) Life cycles (Plants, snails and crayfish)
 * 2) Electricity (Circuits constucted using copper wire, batteries and bulbs)
 * 3) Our Changing Earth (Erosion, stream tables and human impact on the earth)

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Social Studies
 ** The 4th grade social studies curriculum includes the study of the U.S. with an emphasis on Arizona. We will explore the topics of government, Arizona history and Native American tribes. Our social studies units involve projects such as making games, brochures, models, and artifacts. Students love the decision making involved in organized research, creative construction projects and presentations shared with others. **

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