If your fourth-grade child is interested in realistic fiction, you're in luck! Lucy Calkins is a renowned author and educator who has developed a comprehensive writing curriculum tailored specifically for this age group. In her program, students learn the craft of writing by creating their own realistic fiction stories. Lucy Calkins' realistic fiction curriculum for grade 4 is designed to nurture students' imagination, creativity, and writing skills. It provides a step-by-step approach to help young writers develop engaging characters, build suspenseful plots, and craft authentic dialogue. With Lucy Calkins' guidance, your child will learn techniques that professional authors employ in their own works. To support your child's interest in realistic fiction, here are a few recommended novels that showcase this genre: 1. "Because of Winn-Dixie" by Kate DiCamillo: This heartwarming story follows the adventures of ten-year-old Opal as she forms unlikely friendships and learns valuable life lessons from a stray dog she names Winn-Dixie. 2. "Frindle" by Andrew Clements: This humorous tale revolves around a fourth-grade student named Nick Allen, who decides to invent a new word, "frindle," and the unexpected consequences that follow. 3. "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio: Told from multiple perspectives, this novel explores the life of August Pullman, a fifth-grader with facial differences, as he navigates the challenges of attending a mainstream school and teaches readers about empathy and acceptance. Additionally, there are many online resources available to support your child's interest in realistic fiction. Websites such as Scholastic (www.scholastic.com) and ReadWriteThink (www.readwritethink.org) offer various writing prompts, tips, and activities to engage young writers. Encouraging your child to delve into realistic fiction not only fosters their love for reading but also enhances their writing abilities. By exploring Lucy Calkins' curriculum and the recommended novels, your fourth-grade reader will embark on a literary journey that inspires their creativity and helps them become skilled storytellers.
Shen Chuyun is the eldest daughter-in-law of the wealthy family, Da Zhai Men. She joins the feminist movement and becomes an idol in the eyes of female students during the Beiyang period. However, she experiences happiness in front of others but sadness in her heart, with a frivolous husband, strict in-laws, and conservative parents. When her marriage becomes tasteless, she files for divorce with a written petition. The in-laws refuse to change and the parents get angry and sever ties with her. She has cried bitterly, but she doesn't fall down. She uses her pen to write her heart and tells the world that equality for all should start with gender equality!
31.67 Million words | 2021-01-09 00:53Update
An ordinary man accidentally obtains a full-time life system, becoming a life expert, without any cultivation or such, just a simple leisurely novel.
164.15 Million words | 2022-06-16 09:04Update
Money is the backbone of a man's courage, desire is the heart of a man, with no power one will be bullied, and a single drunkenness can dispel a thousand worries! Country boy, Fang Ming, inherits the legendary auspicious beast, Pi Xiu, that only consumes and never spits out. With his right hand capable of identifying treasures, he indulges in priceless porcelain, mystical ancient bronze, and thrilling scavenging adventures. Beautiful women become his precious jewels... From then on, Fang Ming leads a magnificent life filled with "wine, women, wealth, and power" that knows no emptiness.
590.68 Million words | 2022-11-26 11:26Update
In a past life, their conversation went like this: Queen: "Consort, um..." Consort: "What do you want?" Queen: "I heard that the emperor visited your palace yesterday?" Consort: "I told him to get lost!" In this life, their conversation goes like this: Queen: "Grandmother, please have some tea." Consort: "...Alright, what do you want?" Queen: "Can you help me marry a warrior like your father?" Consort: "Get lost!"
428.32 Million words | 2023-03-30 08:30Update
【[Starchaser Award? Competitive Entry]】When a martial arts expert steps into the world of basketball, what kind of sparks will be ignited between martial arts and basketball? When an NBA superstar meets a martial arts master, who will prove to be more powerful? Witness the rise of Chinese culture once again as martial arts dominates the basketball world!
262.41 Million words | 2023-05-02 10:46Update
This is a dream of an aerospace industry empire, as well as a dream of ideals. Aircraft manufacturing is often compared to the "crown" of modern industry, and the aviation engine, the "heart" of an aircraft, is even referred to as the "jewel on the crown" due to its high technological content and manufacturing difficulties. This article tells the story set against the backdrop of the aerospace industry, with the protagonist starting from working in a mechanical company making spare parts, to creating their first aerospace engine, and ultimately obtaining the jewel on the crown, standing at the pinnacle of the world's industry, and achieving their own aerospace empire.
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Reporter interview: "What do you think of Song Yan?" Director [firmly]: "A great actor, exceptional acting skills!" Fan [passionately]: "Can rely on her looks, but insists on relying on her acting skills, a true actress!" Ordinary person [without hesitation]: "A good person, kind-hearted, even helped me find my dog the day before yesterday!" Chu Youyuan [thoughtfully]: "Well... she might be a bit... eccentric..." Reporter: "Are there no flaws at all?" Everyone [in unison]: "Sometimes she interferes too much with other people's business!!!"
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Chen Pingan accidentally traveled to a parallel world and became a destitute singer. Fortunately, he obtained the Global Superstar System and quickly gained popularity on the internet by singing a few songs on a dating reality show. Not only does he have a beautiful singing voice, but he is also a renowned writer, playwright, director, award-winning actor, calligrapher, painter... He is among the top ten youngest billionaires on the Forbes Rich List. His songs, novels, and articles are permanently archived in the national museum. At a young age, he was awarded the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Medal by Huaguo. He is a walking cultural symbol and the best cultural ambassador of Huaguo, making it renowned worldwide...
178.92 Million words | 2022-08-09 17:58Update
"The Plot Twist: I Just Happened to Like You" is a gripping and emotionally charged novel with an exceptional storyline and writing style. The author, who has temporarily ceased creating, has crafted a remarkable piece. The Refreshing Novel offers the latest, clean, and engaging chapters for free reading online at Biquge.
495.50 Million words | 2022-09-22 11:12Update
In her previous life, she was an underestimated vase beauty, unwilling to accept improper benefits, she could only become a second-tier star. In order to preserve her innocence, she gracefully descended from a high-rise building like a butterfly. From then on, she was reborn. As the heiress of a wealthy family, she possessed an enviable aristocratic background. Concealing her true identity, she started from being an extra, but unexpectedly became a super rookie. Witness how this extraordinary beauty breaks free from her cocoon and becomes the one and only among billions. However, she unintentionally attracted numerous suitors along the way. From a visionary and eccentric director to a tender-hearted king of the entertainment world, and even a young billionaire CEO with a net worth of billions. How many people were captivated and lost their hearts to her? When her true identity
425.82 Million words | 2023-03-01 19:47Update
After getting drunk one time, I inexplicably transformed into a woman... PS: Gender-bending story, if you don't like it, please refrain from reading.
1.10 Million words | 2021-04-06 16:19Update
The novel "The Status of the Legal Wife" is written by Yi Qiaocui. Read the full text of "The Status of the Legal Wife". Shen Zhanzhen is a fifth-rank governor's daughter, who is old and divorced, and fortunately marries into a prominent family. Her husband is accompanied by a beautiful concubine who claims to be his true love. The female protagonist says that if she marries you, she should love what you love, but she really can't do it. Being virtuous is just a pretense. Husband, you forced your ex-wife to death, and you keep the mistress who eloped with you. You accepted the concubine rewarded by your mother, and you even keep a personal maid. Could you be any more
26.39 Million words | 2021-05-14 09:28Update
The destitute Miss Ling from the Ling Family, weak, with low talent, ugly, and constantly bullied. In the end, she was pushed into the cold river by her so-called love rival. However, when she opened her eyes again, her gaze was icy and captivating! Everything underwent a world-shaking change! As her ugliness faded away, a peerless beauty emerged. As she displayed her brilliance, she shone with a radiance that shocked the world! Countless handsome men gave their all just to earn her smile. This even provoked him to arrogantly vie for her, but in the end, who would claim victory? Did he seize her, or did she tame him? ... "You shall be my consort, the only woman in my life!" The man's perfect
297.73 Million words | 2021-08-30 04:56Update
(New book "The Close Combat Expert of the Female CEO" seeking collections, flowers, VIPs, concaves, clicks, and all! The King of Assassins returns to the city, continuing the legend of the strong! Mysterious gods, mysterious holy see, various forces, because of his appearance, the whole world instantly surges. How will he face it? He would sacrifice everything for his brothers, and slaughter millions for his beloved. Witness how he forges a legendary era. (Official reader group, screenshots required for entry, only accepting genuine readers.)
504.27 Million words | 2023-01-24 00:28Update
Li Minghui was reborn in a parallel space similar to Earth with a super-technological creative software that endowed people with unparalleled creative talents. In this world, he became a sensation. He was the ultimate master of online literature, with works like "Zhu Xian" and "Legend of the Little Soldier" under his belt. He was a top-tier music maestro, composing one sensational masterpiece after another effortlessly. As a golden scriptwriter, he single-handedly created TV dramas with sky-high ratings and broke records at the box office with his films. He was the genius of the century, an incomparable master of creation! - World Times
327.82 Million words | 2021-07-20 10:27Update
He was the King of Soldiers, a legend. He was also the feared King of the Underworld in the dark world. After a special experience, he secluded himself in Changtan City, but fate made him unexpectedly engaged to a beautiful female CEO. From then on, these two mismatched individuals, the enchanting female CEO, the fiery policewoman, and the enchanting queen, embarked on a urban life filled with misunderstanding, hatred, and love. Behind the night, he wandered like a lost soul, searching for the key to a piece of history amidst a dense mist. What awaited him was an unknown world, mysterious and full of danger. With his passion, coldness, and resilience, he once again wrote a story of legends and glory...
487.92 Million words | 2021-07-22 08:43Update
Li Wendong woke up and found that the world had changed. However, taking too big of a step can easily mess things up, so let's start with writing novels. "Zhu Xian," "Ghost Blows Out the Light," "Charlotte's Annoyance," and "Journey to the West" - each novel published caused a sensation in the online literature community and sparked a trend. ... Completed novels "Dream of Hong Kong" and "Perfect Starlight." Group number: [not provided].
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A grassroots youth with ambitious aspirations steps into the officialdom, striving all the way and rising up from obscurity. Watch as he builds connections, weaves a network of relationships, achieves success in his career, and welcomes a beautiful companion into his embrace. Witness his journey through hardships, navigating the path of the officialdom with ease, accomplishing fame and success as he ascends to a higher position. After the 10,000-character masterpiece "The One in Power" (http://www.njxs.com/book/), author "13579" presents yet another outstanding work in the realm of officialdom, promising an infinite brilliance that is worth anticipating.
250.39 Million words | 2023-01-26 06:40Update
A zombie entered the Korean entertainment industry, singing and acting, allowing the Chinese to shine and achieving the story of an immortal superstar. Blue House:
244.64 Million words | 2023-06-30 09:04Update
Signed for publication, pending release, please look forward to it~ She is Wen Yu, a mortician perched on the edge of the city, her clean and delicate hands comforting the final dignity of the deceased, while deciphering their last traces. He is Qin Jinxun, a renowned criminal consultant, perceived by others as an emotionless and perfect deviant, only associating with the most wicked criminals. In the boundless darkness, he, alone and lost, encounters her, and his seven emotions and six desires stir restlessly. From then on, the restrained and composed man becomes obsessed with exploring every inch of territory within her heart, as well as her unknown secrets behind. He has never known love, yet he desires to understand it for her sake. [A righteous detective male lead * a composed and self
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