What We Are Learning

English Language Arts

Reading Comprehension

Topic: Comprehension of Informational Texts

Standards:

 - Determine the meaning of words and phrases in a text relevant to a grade 2 topic or subject area. 

- Know and use various text features (e.g., captions, bold print, subheadings, glossaries, indexes, electronic menus, icons) to locate key facts or information in a text efficiently. 

 - Identify the main purpose of a text, including what the author wants to answer, explain, or describe. 

 We are using IReady Toolbox materials (teacher access only) 

Writing:

Expository/Informative Writing

Example prompt: Everyone has a favorite sport.  Think about your favorite sport.  Now explain why your this sport is your favorite.  

The essays have 5 paragraphs and have to follow a plan.

Language:

Verbs, Adverbs, Adjectives, Pronouns, Past Tense irregular verbs, Irregular Plural Nouns, Compound Words.

Foundational Skills:

Long and Short Vowels when reading one-syllable words.

Prefixes and Suffixes. 

Math

Go Math Chapter 3:  Addition and Subtraction up to 20 (mental math)

Standards: - 

 -Fluently add and subtract within 20 using mental strategies. 

Textbook and workbook available on line for practice

Student Portal - Think Central -Go Math 2nd grade

Science

 Unit 3: Life Science: Human Body

Standards

– Distinguish human body parts (brain, heart, lungs, stomach, muscles, and skeleton) and their basic functions. 

Social Studies

Unit 3:  Economics

Standards:

 – Recognize that people make choices because of limited resources.

– Recognize that people supply goods and services based on consumer demands.

 – Recognize that the United States trades with other nations to exchange goods and services.

 – Explain the personal benefits and costs involved in saving and spending.

Studies Weekly online (Student desktop) Weeks 29, 30, 31