Suggested ways for parents to support their fourth grader's development. Grades: 3 4 5 Subjects: Safety Health and Safety Developmental Milestones Physical Development & Growth Themes: Back to School Holidays: Child Safety Month ADD TO FAVORITES Hide lower priority columns Add to Folder creative writing children's book activities classroom tools language arts and writing vocabulary Create new folderCREATE NEW FOLDER Print At nine years old, fourth graders are learning how to make decisions and set standards. Parents can help by encouraging their child as she: Begins making decisions. Gains a greater sense of responsibility. Sets personal standards. Develops personal interests and abilities. Develops social skills. Learns to engage in group decision-making. Brought to you by the American School Counselor Association