2nd Grade School Curriculum

I. Reading

1. Comprehension of textbook stories
2. Story elements
   1. Context clues
   2. Inference
   3. Sequencing
   4. Main idea
3. Vocabulary development
4. Phonics
   1. Consonant and vowel sounds
   2. Consonant blends
   3. Digraphs
5. Cold reading
   • Independently read passages and questions are answered independently

II. Math

1. Addition and subtraction facts
2. Odd and even numbers
3. Place value
4. Four digit numerals
5. Rounding to 100’s
6. Problem solving
7. Measurement of length
8. Time and money
9. Geometry
   • Basic shapes and structures
10. Introduction to multiplication

III. English

1. Basic grammar
2. Sentence structure
3. Paragraph development
4. Letter writing
5. Mechanics
6. Dictionary Skills

IV. Science

1. Biological Science
   1. Seed to plant
   2. Habitats of living things
   3. Environment
   4. Food groups and food chains
   5. Classification of animals
2. Physical Science
   1. Physical and chemical properties
   2. Rock formation
   3. Water cycle
3. Earth Science and Astronomy
   1. Gravity
   2. Planets
   3. Celestial bodies

V. Health

1. Part of the body and functions
2. Food groups
3. Mental health
4. Family and social health
5. Growth and development
6. Exercise and fitness

VI. Social Studies

1. Continents
2. Ocean exploration
3. U.S. history and geography
4. Cultures
5. Government and citizenship
6. Importance of rules

VII. Spelling

1. Accuracy
2. Meaning
3. Usage
4. Word building
5. Dictionary skills
6. Handwriting practice
7. Proofreading skill development

VIII. Handwriting

• Transition from print to cursive writing and proper letter formation

IX. Religion

• Study of Jesus’ forgiveness through the sacrament of Reconciliation and Jesus’ gift of the Eucharist