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Second Grade
Mary Moore Elementary
Math
Fractions
We just completed our study of analog clocks to the 5 minutes. We learned about quarter after and quarter to the hour--this proves to be tough for some kiddos. We also learned how to read a thermometer.
Next up-- a unit on geometry taking a look at plane shapes and space shapes. We'll be learning about faces, edges and vertices.
Drill practice focus: Subtraction of the basic facts. No fingers, no toes!!! Kids are still struggling with their facts. HELP!!!
LOOKING AHEAD.... Linear measurement. Standard vs. non-standard units along with standard and metric.
I think spring fever is setting in and that worries me! Fewer correct and returns are getting taken care of and more incomplete work creating zeros in the gradebook are popping up. Please make sure and monitor your child's grades. Remind them, it's THEIR responsibility to to get their work turned in on time and take care of correct and return papers. ALL correct and return papers should be completed the night they are handed back to the student and turned in the NEXT day.
Don't forget to practice your facts!
Ask your student about part + part = whole OR
whole - part = part.
Students will learn what "show your work" means.
I need to see what they are thinking so I can address problems. This will be required in all grade levels so we might as well get in the good habit now!
Do you know your "code" words?
Addition: in all, altogether, sum, both, total, addition, plus, join
Subtraction: left, fewer, less, difference, more than (comparing), subtract, take away, remain
Practice and memorize those addition and subtraction facts!
Science
Weather is all around us and it's the perfect time to begin a unit on learning about weather. We'll be learning about wind, precipitation, how to read a thermometer as well as learn about the water cycle.
The majority of the science lessons are not able to be made up due to the hands on nature of the activities. Friday is science day so please avoid being out on Friday! Plus, the kids LOVE science!
Conferences
If you are unable to make a scheduled conference, PLEASE let me know ASAP. Our conference time is very limited. If you can't come and we have notice, we can schedule someone else.
Thanks for being considerate!
Classroom Needs
marbles
Did you know a HUGE part of math is reading???? That's right. The kids are expected to be able to independently read all their directions. So have them read them to you. Have them explain what they are to do. One tiny little word like NOT can make all the difference in the world as to how to solve a problem. How carefully does your child read?
SCHOLASTIC book orders
Book Order: For easy ordering order on-line!
Web address: scholastic.com/bookclubs
Class activation code: H2X7V
Attendance
Please make every effort to have your child in school on a daily basis. If they are running a fever--keep them home! If they have the sniffles or just feeling like they don't want to get going that day--make them come anyway! There is so much material that we cover each and every day that they can no way make up. We need them here!
Call the office by 10:00 if your child is absent. If not, expect a phone call from Mrs. Taylor checking on your child.
Homework Schedule
Monday -- Spelling, reading, math
Tuesday -- Reading, math
Wednesday -- read & time story 3 times, math
Thursday -- Homework logs are due; Language assigned, reading, math
Friday -- reading, practice math facts with flashcards
Saturday -- reading, practice math facts with computer games
Sunday -- reading, practice math facts with games
OR...
ONLY READ AND PRACTICE MATH FACTS ON THE DAYS YOU EAT!
This and That
- Please check your child's ledger nightly. Remove papers and sign.
- Don't forget to watch for any correct and return papers. They need to be corrected and returned the next day.
- Help your child remember to bring a good book for D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything And Read) time EVERY day!
- Don't forget to put money in your child's lunch account.
- Label all lunch boxes, balls and jackets!
- Does your child know how they are getting home and where to meet you?
- Have a bad weather plan in place for those crazy Texas weather days?
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