Using the Writing Great Stories Lesson for Second Grade Intervention
When you have a student in an intervention or independent study setting who just cannot seem to get their ideas onto paper in a logical sequence, it is easy to feel frustrated for them. Writing a coherent story is a complex task for a seven-year-old. It requires... read more
Supporting 2nd Grade Mathematics with Partitioning Shapes
Geometry in the primary grades often feels like a simple introduction to naming shapes, but the work done in second grade is actually quite rigorous. When we talk about geometry at this level, we are building the cognitive infrastructure that students will need for... read more
Supporting 2nd Grade Reading Accuracy and Fluency
Building strong reading habits early is essential for developing confidence in young learners. This post explores how a targeted lesson can help 2nd grade English Language Arts students master the foundations of reading accuracy and fluency.How the lesson builds... read more
Teaching Geography Skills in 2nd Grade Social Studies
Mapping begins with the classroom itself.When we look at 2nd grade social studies, we find that understanding how to translate a physical environment into a symbolic map is one of the most practical skills a student learns all year. The Finding Places on a Map lesson... read more