Welcome to Second Grade!

The Exciting Journey Through Second Grade
 

Math

Students will understand that numbers are a global language with specific patterns and relationships.

• Numbers and Operations- Counting, reading, and writing numbers; identifying place value; comparing numbers; working with fractions; using money to develop place value and decimal concepts; exploring number patterns, rules for number sequences, relations between numbers and attributes.
• Measurement- Using tools to measure length, capacity, weight, and volume;using U.S customary and metric measurement units.
•  Geomety- Exploring 2 and 3-dimensional shapes; classifying polygons
• Data and Probability- Collecting, organizing, and interpreting data using tables, charts, and graphs; exploring concepts of chance.

Reading/Writing 

Students will understand that sounds and words are a form of communication. Students will understand that writing is a formal expression of communication. 

• Phonemic Awareness
• Word Recognition
• Fluency
• Informational Text
• Comprehension       
• Metacognition
• Reading attitude
• Writing Process
• Grammar and Usage
• Spelling
• Handwriting 
• Conventions
• Spoken Discourse
• Guided Reading Instruction
• Individualized Reading Instruction

Science

Students will understand that all living things have a life cycle.

• Measurement of Properties
• Plant Life
• Earth’s Surface Features
• Uses and Properties of Water

Social Studies

Students will understand that there is a universal structure for communities.

Units of Study

• Defining the Community of Southfield
• The History of our Community
• The Geography of our Community
• Decision Making in our Community
• The Economy of our Community

Additionally
 

• Technology: Smartboards, Elmos, I pads, computer lab
• Ongoing Spanish Instruction
• Project Based Learning
• Differentiated Instruction
• Meeting Individual needs
• Collaboration between teams members