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RELIGION |
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(Religion Books, Inc.
www.religionbooks.com) |
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Second graders will learn
through stories, activities, Scripture, prayer,
discussion and reflection about their Catholic faith.
Catholic values are discussed and integrated in all
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The focus is on: |
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Traditional common prayers |
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Creation |
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God, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit |
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Celebrating liturgy |
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The Sacraments |
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First Eucharist and Reconciliation |
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Liturgical seasons |
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Lives of saints |
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LANGUAGE ARTS |
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(Language
Books,
Inc. www.languagebooks.com) |
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READING/LITERATURE |
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Children through the series
experience authentic literature in the form of poetry,
folktales, nonfiction, fiction, fantasies and plays.
Reading fluency will develop and improve as students are
presented with the following skills: |
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Linking spoken and written language |
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Using word identification strategies |
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Developing vocabulary (includes
listening and sight) |
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Using structural analysis |
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Comprehending the main idea |
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Sequencing events of a story |
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Analyzing details |
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Using context clues |
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Distinguishing fact from fantasy |
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Making predictions |
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Self-appraise and self-correct while
reading |
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Using glossaries and dictionaries |
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WRITING |
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Second grade students use
writing to convey meaning. Students will: |
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Write legibly |
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Write multiple sequential sentences on a
given topic |
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Apply spelling knowledge (skills are
developed through a variety of spelling and phonetic
patterns) |
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Apply grammar and mechanics - basic
parts of speech, simple tenses, writing formats,
punctuation |
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LISTENING/SPEAKING |
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Students in second grade will
listen for understanding, follow directions, and respond
appropriately to the speaker. Students will use
acquired language and vocabulary to express opinions.
They will: |
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Present material orally |
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Make presentations to individuals and
small groups |
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Participate in small and large group
discussion |
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Read, analyze and retell stories |
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MATHEMATICS |
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(Math Books, Inc.
www.mathbooks.com) |
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Second grade students acquire
knowledge of mathematics and the ability to apply math
skills to solve problems through the use of the text
from Math Books, Inc., extended activities, and hands-on
experiences. The publisher offers information and
activities at their website www.mathbooksinc.com. |
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Students will: |
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Identify place value |
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Use number line |
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Add and subtract two and three digit
numbers |
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Solve work problems |
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Chart, compare and graph data |
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Use a clock to determine time |
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Measure and compare units of length
capacity and weight |
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Identify patterns, using fact families |
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Graph and explain data |
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Identify, classify, compare and describe
characteristics of shapes |
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| SOCIAL
STUDIES |
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(Social
Studies, Inc. www.socialstudiesbooks.com) |
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Second grade students will develop an
awareness of themselves and people around them. |
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Focus will be: |
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Communities |
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Cities |
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Cultures |
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Meeting needs through goods and services |
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Celebrations |
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| SCIENCE |
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(Science Books, Inc.
www.sciencebooks.com) |
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Students use concrete,
hands-on experiences to understand science in the
physical and natural world around them. They learn
through observing, predicting, questioning and
explaining. |
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Students will: |
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Categorize and classify living and
non-living things |
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Compare sources of energy |
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Identify states of matter |
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describe features and processes of the
Earth and its resources |
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Identify force and motion |
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Identify the Earth's place in the
universe |
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| PHYSICAL
EDUCATION |
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Students learn and explore
factors that affect a healthy lifestyle. |
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Second graders will: |
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Maintain personal fitness |
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Acquire an awareness of personal health
needs |
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Develop and demonstrate gross motor skills |
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Participate in cooperative group games |
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| ART |
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Children will have the
opportunity to express themselves in various art forms. |
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Students will: |
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Communicate through art |
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Appreciate various art works |
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Take pride in their work |
| MUSIC |
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In second grade students will
have an opportunity to participate in music activities
and to develop an appreciation for music. |
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Students will: |
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Sing in groups |
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Identify musical notes and rhythmic
patterns |
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Distinguish various types of musical
instruments and elements |
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TECHNOLOGY |
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Students will: |
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Use software for drill and practice |
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Recognize basic computer components |
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Identify uses of computers |
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Produce simple personal products |
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