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Enrichment and Ways to Support Your Child in 2nd Grade

Math                  

Zearn                     

Xtramath

I-ready

Cool Math

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Science/S.S.

Studies Weekly

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English/Language Arts

Provide a time and place for your child to read.

Listen to you child read.

Talk to your child about what he/she is reading in class.

Help your child practice new assigned word lists.

Promote the use of new words in conversation.

Encourage your child to write short letters and notes to family and friends.

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Math

Practice basic addition and related subtraction facts.

When at the grocery store, discuss prices of items.

Say a number and ask your child to name a number that comes before it and after it.

Allow your child to measure objects around the house using a ruler.

Discuss measurements as you cook.

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Science

Demonstrate the use of tools at home.

Help your child classify solids, liquids, or gases in your home.

Identify the force when something is used.

Identify objects as natural or man-made.

Visit the zoo or watch TV programs that compare specific animal habitats.

Keep a record of height, weight, and number of teeth to demonstrate change.

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Social Studies

Talk with your child about current and past events.

Discuss appropriate current events and family stories with your child.

Engage in conversation with your child on topics that interest him/her.

Guide your child in an effort to complete a task.

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P.E.

Participate in moderate physical activity with your child at home.

Fuel your child with healthy foods and ensure he/she gets adequate sleep.

Limit sedentary time, screen time (TV, computer, video games) to one hour per day.

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Music

Attend live music performances.

Listen to songs your child has learned.

Listen to different styles of music.

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Art

 Create an art center at home and ask your child to show you how to cut, paste, or paint correctly.

Display your child’s artwork in a prominent location.

Take your child to a theatre play or performance

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