Second Grade Curriculum Overview I. MATH (Scott Foresman and Investigations) A. Math concepts 1. Numbers and Operations Sense of numbers Basic counting techniques Number relationships Place value Addition and subtraction Computational fluency 2. Algebra Classification, patterns and relations Operations with whole numbers Use of step by step processes 3. Geometry Explore, investigate and discuss shapes around us Become proficient is describing and representing shapes Learn to represent two- and three-dimensional shapes Recognize and create shapes that have symmetry 4. Measurement Attributes of length, volume, weight and time How to measure using standard and non-standard units Select appropriate unit and tool when measuring 5. Data Analysis and Probability Pose questions to investigate Organize responses Create representations of data Sort and classify objects according to their attributes Organize & display data using counts, tallies, pictures and graphs 6. Problem Solving Develop and broaden range of problem solving strategies Pose or formulate challenging problems Monitor and reflect on their own problem solving ideas Solve a variety of problem types II. READING A. Reading Components 1. Read Aloud 2. Shared Reading 3. Guided Reading 4. Independent Reading 5. Literature Circles / Book Clubs B. III. Other Reading Experiences 1. Library Time 2. Parental Support Read with your child At home reading record sheets Guest Readers WRITING (Lucy Calkins) A. Writing components 1. Modeled Writing 2. Interactive Writing 3. Shared Writing 4. Independent Writing 5. Process Writing (planning, composing, revising, editing, publishing) B Other Writing experiences 1. Parental support 1. Handwriting 2. Spelling IV. Social A. B. C. D. E. F. Studies (Teacher’s Curriculum Institute) Communities Maps / Geography Environment Needs and Wants Changing Communities Citizenship V. Science (FOSS) A. Pebbles, Sand and Silt B. Balance and Motion C. Insects VI. Health (Harcourt) A. Staying Safe B. Nutrition C. Caring For My Neighborhood D. My Feelings/ My Family E.. Medicines and Drugs