Curriculum



** Reading **

= = =Second Graders participate in Guided Reading. They read in small groups a variety of fiction and nonfiction stories which are at their level and on various topics.=

**Math **

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 * Second graders are taught from the Everyday math series. They learn how to add, subtract, multiply and divide! We learn how to have fact power through hands on learning and group games. We also practice time and learn how to count money and make change. Here is an example of some of our "new ways" or algorithms. The first is called "partial sums" and the second is called "partial differences".Check it out! **

__ Math Homework __ Students will have a Home Link for math every night we have a math lesson. It will allow students to review the information that was taught and for me to assess their comprehension of the material. The Home Links also provide parents an insight of the material taught in class.

A review test will be provided to students before the end of each unit so students can prepare for the upcoming assessment.

Child can't find his or her Home Link ? Not a problem... Download homework Home Links at this site:  [] Just click on grade 2 and from there which unit and homelink number you wish to download. Check out the site for other great resources for families!   __**Math facts should also be studied on a weekly basis. If your child does not already know all of his or her addition and subtraction facts, please encourage him or her to practice them weekly. We will have timed fact tests to sharpen our skills. **__ If you would like a set of your own please feel free to download below. 
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Great source for everyday math games for each unit:
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Writing
 * Second graders participate in a writing program called America's Choice. We will have writing every day for approximately 45min. to 1 hour. Students will also be introduced to various grammar and writing lessons in which they will try to use these taught skills to be their own author. Weekly spelling lists will also be a part of the program.**

[|Fundations] =This is our newest program starting in Kindergarten and goes up to second grade. This program focuses on the following skills: =
 * Phonemic awareness
 * Phonics/ word study
 * High frequency word study
 * Reading fluency
 * Vocabulary
 * Comprehension strategies
 * Handwriting
 * Spelling

**Social Sciences **


 * Harcourt is our science program and Social Studies is taught within Guided Reading. Feel free to click on the picture below to view their website.**