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Curriculum Summary Grade 2

Subject	Text/Program	Publisher	Description
Religion	We Believe	Sadlier	In the second grade, a large part of the religion curriculum is centered on preparation for the receiving of the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist.
Math	Mastering Math Facts	Houghton Mifflin	There is a math text book and a math practice book. For math homework, most of the time your child will be completing pages in their 3 practice book. Major concepts taught will be: mastery of basic addition and subtraction facts, graphing, regrouping, telling time to five minutes, money, capacity and beginning multiplication and division. Grades 2 through 6 uses a program called Mastering Math Facts. With this program, the children will learn 2 facts at a time and are tested daily. We ask that you practice these facts every night. In your folder there is a letter explaining the procedure for practicing.
Social Studies			Most of our Social Studies lessons will be taught through big books and supplemental materials. We will have social studies tests. A study guide will be sent home 1 week before the test. Social Studies topics include: continents, landforms geography, map skills, cities and suburbs, communities, using resources, famous Americans, American landmarks, state and national government.
Science			Most of our Science lessons will be taught through big books and supplemental materials. We will have science tests. A study guide will be sent home 1 week before the test. Science topics include: butterflies, plants, life cycles, the human body, matter, light, sound, dinosaurs, weather and climate.
English Language Arts
Reading	Reading Street	Scott Foresman	Our new Reading program, Reading Street includes a variety of classic and contemporary works including; realistic fiction, folktales, informational, nonfiction, biography and autobiography, plays, and poems.
Writing			The Six Traits of Writing is now used throughout the school. Mini lessons provide direct instruction that emphasize a target trait, major writing forms, purposes, processes, and genres. We begin writing with graphic organizers, the student then completes a rough draft which is revised and student/ teacher edited, then the final copy.
Grammar			Grammar instruction includes; capitalization and punctuation, sentence structure, types of sentences, nouns, verbs, adjectives, pronouns, possessives.
Phonics/Spelling			Direct instruction in using lettersound correspondences, structural cues, and common syllable patterns. Lists are grouped by spelling patterns. Tests are given at the completion of each reading story.
Handwriting			We will be using a handwriting book. Neatness is always stressed. There may be times when a student will be asked to redo work that is messy. Home reinforcement of proper writing is important. In second grade we still print. Cursive writing will be taught in third grade.

Foreign Language
Music			Our music program is designed to foster a lifelong appreciation of music. Through hands on participation the children will learn the concepts of music. Children love to sing and we have many opportunities each week to learn new songs, seasonal music, patriotic songs and prepare for School Masses. Students in K are introduced to the primary elements of music - melody, tempo, beat and meter, dynamics through fun activities.
Art			Art at St. Mary of the Lakes is meant to introduce children to many tools and methods available for further exploration. The Arts are available for everyone, not just the talented, and require interaction with subject matter, tools, challenges and discipline.
Library Skills			Students attend once a week where they are instructed in various library skills. Students are allowed to check out books and utilize the software (Alexandria researcher). Alexandria Researcher is our online library catalog system. You can use Alexandria Researcher to see what books we have, how many copies are available and– for students in upper grade levels– even put books on hold and write reviews of books!
Technology			As our students become the bearers of Christ's light to the world, it is important, in the area of technology, that they learn to evaluate the content they uncover and be responsible for the content they create. Our goal is to encourage students to think for themselves and apply the teachings of Christ to the ethical decisions they make. We challenge students to spread the Good News far and wide. The impact of technology on an information-intense society directly relates to the education of our students. The student's ability to understand and to use technology effectively is fundamental. Technology, as a tool for learning, necessitates a broader understanding of when and how to apply these tools. Therefore, the aim of our program is to develop competence in using and applying a broad range of technologies to support lifelong learning.
Physical Education			Children participate in PE weekly which facilitates children’s physical, cognitive and social development through lessons designed to sequentially develop skills appropriate to their ability and confidence levels.