Give your student a cozy and joyful introduction to literature with the Hearth & Story 4th Grade Literature Bundle. This year’s theme, Warmest Welcome, features classic poems, meaningful tales, and rich discussions that help students grow in understanding and confidence. If you need a cozy, secular literature component that fits your family’s values, this bundle is a perfect fit.
 
Seamless Integration with Your Existing Curriculum: At Hearth & Story, we understand that every homeschooling journey is unique. Our 4th Grade Literature Bundle is designed as the perfect companion for families who are content with their current writing, vocabulary, nonfiction, and grammar programs but are seeking a rigorous, secular, and visually appealing alternative specifically for literature.
 
Novel Theme: Warmest Welcome
Warmest Welcome takes students on a journey through four novels where characters extend radical hospitality, offering kindness and support in ways that transform both themselves and those around them. These stories explore what it means to truly see the needs of others, act with generosity and empathy, and create spaces of comfort and belonging—even in the most unfamiliar and intimidating circumstances.
 
The four novels (and a movie) share a common thread: they feature characters who open their hearts to others without seeking recognition or reward. Whether welcoming new friends, helping strangers, or offering a hand to those who feel out of place, these characters demonstrate the powerful impact of hospitality. Warmest Welcome encourages students to reflect on the ways they, too, can create a more inclusive and compassionate world, one act of kindness at a time.
 
Students will need copies of The First State of Being by Erin Entrada Kelly, Solimar: The Sword of the Monarchs by Pam Muñoz Ryan, Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper (plus access to the 2024 movie version) and Where the Mountain Meets the Moon by Grace Lin.
 
Poems & Paintings: This unique homeschool course brings together 24 carefully chosen classic poems and pairs each one with a famous work of art. Designed especially for fourth grade students, the course invites children (and their parents) to slow down, observe closely, and explore how poetry and painting can speak to each other—and to us.
 
Each lesson features one timeless poem and one beautiful painting, with a gentle guided reflection to help students notice details, connect ideas, and share their own thoughts. As students work through the course, they’ll build not only a deeper appreciation for language and art, but also the ability to think critically, ask questions, and see beauty in new ways.
 
Whether your student is already a poetry lover or just beginning to explore the world of verse, this course offers an inspiring introduction to the power of visual and literary storytelling.
 
Discover the Magic of Classic Fairy Tales: Hearth & Story’s 4th grade short story collection, Tales from the Langs’ Fairy Books, brings together a selection of timeless folktales gathered by Andrew and Leonora Blanche Lang. These engaging units include the full text of each story, accompanied by comprehension checks, thought questions, discussion prompts, and even a recipe. Young readers will explore the adventure and kindness woven into these classic tales, making connections and uncovering deeper meanings along the way. Designed to foster a love of literature, this unit introduces students to some traditional fairy tales they likely have not heard before. Explore these timeless tales and discover why they continue to captivate readers of all ages.