Grade 4 Math Honors

Grade 4 Math Honors (2024-25)

Teacher: Narender Gupta

Sept 2024 - May 2025: Sunday 10:00 - 11:15 am ET

Schedule: The full course includes 33 classes and 12 tests

Sept: 8, 15, 22, 29

Oct: 6, 13, 20, 27

Nov: 3, 10, 17, 24

Dec: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Jan: 5, 12, 19, 26

Feb: 2, 9, 16, 23

Mar: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Apr: 6, 13, 20, 27

May: 4, 11, 18

No classes on 10/13, 12/22, 12/29, 4/13. Fee is calculated based on 33 scheduled classes and there is no charge for holidays.

Fees: Pick any option below:

• Full prepay: $660 ($20 for each 75 minute class - Avg to $16/hour) + $60 for Beast Academy 1 year access

• Pay as you go: $30/class

Fee is calculated based on 33 scheduled classes and there is no charge for holidays.

Interested in Asynchronous participation?

Instead of attending live classes, you'll watch the sessions recording during the same week. You’ll receive the same homework and materials, and take part in all the tests just like our regular students. 

Fee for asynchronous attendance: $330 + $60 for Beast Academy 1 year access

Note: No refunds will be provided for students who switch from live in-person or online classes to asynchronous classes after the course has begun.

This course is an adventurous exploration of the diverse realms of mathematics, blending the engaging Beast Academy curriculum with a comprehensive coverage of key topics. Through a combination of interactive activities, hands-on learning experiences, and thought-provoking challenges, students will embark on a journey to deepen their understanding of mathematical concepts and develop essential problem-solving skills.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Shapes: Dive into the fascinating world of shapes, exploring geometric properties, symmetry, and spatial reasoning. Students will discover the beauty and versatility of geometric forms through hands-on investigations and creative explorations.

2. Multiplication: Master the art of multiplication through engaging activities and interactive exercises. From understanding the concept of multiplication as repeated addition to mastering multiplication facts, students will build a strong foundation in this fundamental operation.

3. Exponents: Explore the power of exponents and unlock the mysteries of exponential notation. Students will learn to manipulate exponential expressions, understand their significance, and apply them to solve real-world problems.

4. Counting Techniques: Delve into the realm of combinatorics and counting techniques, learning how to systematically count possibilities and analyze arrangements. From permutations to combinations, students will develop a toolkit for tackling a wide range of counting problems.

5. Division: Develop fluency in division through hands-on activities and interactive practice. Students will learn various division strategies, understand the relationship between multiplication and division, and apply division to solve problems involving equal sharing and partitioning.

6. Logic in Math: Sharpen logical thinking skills through puzzles, games, and brain teasers. Students will learn to analyze patterns, make logical deductions, and construct convincing arguments, enhancing their overall mathematical reasoning abilities.

7. Factors: Investigate the concept of factors and multiples, exploring their properties and relationships. Students will learn to identify factors, find prime factorizations, and apply their understanding of factors to solve problems involving divisibility and prime numbers.

8. Fraction Addition and Subtraction: Master the operations of addition and subtraction with fractions, understanding the underlying concepts and strategies. Through hands-on manipulatives and visual representations, students will develop a deep conceptual understanding of fraction operations.

9. Integers: Explore the world of integers, including positive and negative numbers, absolute value, and operations with integers. Students will learn to model integer concepts using number lines, understand the rules for integer operations, and apply them to solve real-world problems.

10. Fraction Multiplication and Division: Extend fraction operations to multiplication and division, deepening understanding through concrete examples and problem-solving activities. Students will learn to multiply and divide fractions, including mixed numbers, and apply these skills in various contexts.

11. Decimals: Dive into the realm of decimals, exploring place value, decimal operations, and decimal representations of fractions. Through hands-on activities and visual models, students will develop fluency in decimal arithmetic and learn to apply decimals in real-world situations.

12. Probability: Investigate the fascinating world of probability, exploring concepts such as likelihood, outcomes, and probability models. Students will learn to analyze probability experiments, calculate probabilities, and make informed predictions based on data.

By the end of the course, students will have developed a strong foundation in key mathematical concepts and problem-solving skills. They will be well-prepared to tackle more advanced mathematical topics and continue their mathematical journey with confidence and enthusiasm. Join us as we embark on an exciting adventure into the fascinating world of mathematics!

Textbook: AOPS Beast Academy Online: https://beastacademy.com/online

Grade 4 Math Honors Lesson Plan:

• Class 1: Chapter 1 Shapes: Week 1

• Class 2: Chapter 1 Shapes: Week 2

• Class 3: Chapter 1 Shapes: Week 3

• Chapter 1 Test

• Class 4: Chapter 2 Multiplication: Week 1

• Class 5: Chapter 2 Multiplication: Week 2 + Chapter 1 test review

• Chapter 2 Test

• Class 6: Chapter 3 Exponents: Week 1

• Class 7: Chapter 3 Exponents: Week 2 + Chapter 2 test review

• Class 8: Chapter 3 Exponents: Week 3

• Chapter 3 Test

• Class 9: Chapter 4 Counting: Week 1

• Class 10: Chapter 4 Counting: Week 2 + Chapter 3 test review

• Class 11: Chapter 4 Counting: Week 3

• Chapter 4 Test

• Class 12: Chapter 5 Division: Week 1

• Class 13: Chapter 5 Division: Week 2 + Chapter 4 test review

• Chapter 5 Test

• Class 14: Chapter 6 Logic: Week 1

• Class 15: Chapter 6 Logic: Week 2 + Chapter 5 test review

• Class 16: Chapter 6 Logic: Week 3

• Chapter 6 Test

• Class 17: Chapter 7 Factors: Week 1

• Class 18: Chapter 7 Factors: Week 2 + Chapter 6 test review

• Chapter 7 Test

• Class 19: Chapter 8 Fractions: Week 1

• Class 20: Chapter 8 Fractions: Week 2 + Chapter 7 test review

• Class 21: Chapter 8 Fractions: Week 3

• Chapter 8 Test

• Class 22: Chapter 9 Integers: Week 1

• Class 23: Chapter 9 Integers: Week 2 + Chapter 8 test review

• Class 24: Chapter 9 Integers: Week 3

• Chapter 9 Test

• Class 25: Chapter 10 Fractions: Week 1

• Class 26: Chapter 10 Fractions: Week 2 + Chapter 9 test review

• Class 27: Chapter 10 Fractions: Week 3

• Chapter 10 Test

• Class 28: Chapter 11 Decimals: Week 1

• Class 29: Chapter 11 Decimals: Week 2 + Chapter 10 test review

• Class 30: Chapter 11 Decimals: Week 3

• Chapter 11 Test

• Class 31: Chapter 12 Probability: Week 1

• Class 32: Chapter 12 Probability: Week 2 + Chapter 11 test review

• Chapter 12 Test

• Class 33: Chapter 11 Decimals: Week 3 + Chapter 12 test review