CURRICULUM
In Math, we will be covering 20 topics based upon the Core Curriculum Content Standards. We will be implementing the Scott Foresman Realize Math program. This program integrates the use of language into mathematics, as well as many different ways to solve the same problem. Please reinforce concepts at home.
During math lessons, we will practice math facts to build automaticity and a Read It, Draw It, Solve
It! problem of the day to build problem solving skills every day.
In Language Arts, we learn about all aspects of literacy! Every week we study spelling patterns using poems and songs, word hunts and sorts with partners and in small groups, use different reading comprehension strategies and skills, write stories about different topics & much, much more! Please have your child continue to read aloud and silently at home. Rereading helps comprehension and fluency! Every 2nd grader should be able to write a complete sentence, use spaces in between words, check for capital letters, and use punctuation correctly in their writing. Please reinforce neatness and taking pride in our work! In writing, we will be implementing the Schoolwide Writing Program. We will work on writing informational, opinion, and narrative pieces throughout the variety of units we will study.
In Science, we will be learning about many topics like magnets, dinosaurs, the Solar System, matter, sound, energy, technology, and much more! We will also be conducting some experiments throughout the year!
In Social Studies , we will be learning about communities near and far, maps and globes, Native
Americans, pilgrims, immigration, American Revolution, leaders, government, and more!
In Health , we will be learning about personal safety and awareness, nutrition and exercise, the main body organs and their functions, good and bad drugs, and much more!
Character Education : Throughout the year we work hard to build our characters by focusing on special character traits and how to carry them out in our everyday life. It's important to treat others the way you want to be treated.
Morning Meeting : We begin everyday with Morning Meeting. During this time, the whole class joins together on the carpet and takes part in the four parts of our meeting. These include Greeting, Sharing, Activity, and News and Announcements. The whole meetings takes about 20 minutes. Morning Meeting helps us to build community within our classroom!
During math lessons, we will practice math facts to build automaticity and a Read It, Draw It, Solve
It! problem of the day to build problem solving skills every day.
In Language Arts, we learn about all aspects of literacy! Every week we study spelling patterns using poems and songs, word hunts and sorts with partners and in small groups, use different reading comprehension strategies and skills, write stories about different topics & much, much more! Please have your child continue to read aloud and silently at home. Rereading helps comprehension and fluency! Every 2nd grader should be able to write a complete sentence, use spaces in between words, check for capital letters, and use punctuation correctly in their writing. Please reinforce neatness and taking pride in our work! In writing, we will be implementing the Schoolwide Writing Program. We will work on writing informational, opinion, and narrative pieces throughout the variety of units we will study.
In Science, we will be learning about many topics like magnets, dinosaurs, the Solar System, matter, sound, energy, technology, and much more! We will also be conducting some experiments throughout the year!
In Social Studies , we will be learning about communities near and far, maps and globes, Native
Americans, pilgrims, immigration, American Revolution, leaders, government, and more!
In Health , we will be learning about personal safety and awareness, nutrition and exercise, the main body organs and their functions, good and bad drugs, and much more!
Character Education : Throughout the year we work hard to build our characters by focusing on special character traits and how to carry them out in our everyday life. It's important to treat others the way you want to be treated.
Morning Meeting : We begin everyday with Morning Meeting. During this time, the whole class joins together on the carpet and takes part in the four parts of our meeting. These include Greeting, Sharing, Activity, and News and Announcements. The whole meetings takes about 20 minutes. Morning Meeting helps us to build community within our classroom!