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Reading/Language Arts/Writing

Second graders begin a transition from learning to read to reading to learn. They begin to read more fluently. Having a firmer grasp on phonics, second graders begin more complex word studies. They begin to read longer, more complex texts, including chapter books. They continue to read every day and have books read to them. Writing becomes more independent for second graders, and they become much more conscientious about editing and revising their work. Second graders begin to use more symbolic language such as concepts (courage, freedom, time, seasons) in their writing and verbal interactions. Conventions become a part of the everyday writing experience for second graders. They learn important parts of speech and how to manipulate language to suit their contexts. They expand sentences and learn new sentence structures and the punctuation that occurs with them. Their written and spoken language becomes much more complex.

Math

Our mathematics program is the newly adopted Harcourt Math for Georgia.  By the end of grade two, students will understand place value and number relationships in addition and subtraction and use simple concepts of multiplication. They will measure length with appropriate units and determine perimeter. Students will classify shapes and see relationships among them by recognizing their geometric attributes. They will know the relationships of time and count back change. The students will collect, analyze, and interpret data using bar graphs and Venn diagrams. Instruction and assessment should include the use of manipulatives and appropriate technology.

Science

The performance standards should drive instruction. Hands-on, student-centered, and inquiry-based approaches should be the emphases of instruction. This curriculum is intended as a required curriculum that would show proficiency in science, and instruction should extend beyond the curriculum to meet the student needs. Safety of the student should always be foremost in science instruction.  Science units of study include: (1) Life Cycles, (2) Matter, (3) Sun, Moon, and Stars, (4) Energy.

Social Studies

In second grade, the various social studies strands become more woven around the historical strand. The history strand focuses on important historical figures in Georgia and the Creek and Cherokee cultures in Georgia. The geography strand emphasizes the geography of Georgia and relates that to the historical study. In addition to the positive character traits of the individuals and groups in the historical strand, the basic concept of government is also introduced. Basic economics concepts continue to be introduced and are related to the historical strand.