2nd Grade Curriculum

Core Classes: Mondays & Wednesdays

This is not a shopping list for the curriculum. Families can expect to receive a purchase and printing list in June for the curriculum and supplies needed.

Math

Math Mammoth

Embark on a thrilling math adventure with our 2nd Grade Math class, powered by the Math Mammoth Grade 2 Complete Curriculum! This engaging program transforms numbers into a playground of discovery, guiding students through essential skills with clear, hands-on lessons. Young mathematicians will master addition and subtraction with two-digit numbers, dive into place value up to 1,000, and explore skip-counting to lay the groundwork for multiplication. They’ll tackle time and money, learning to read clocks and count coins, while geometry brings shapes and fractions to life. With colorful visuals, mental math strategies, and real-world word problems, this class boosts confidence and problem-solving skills. Perfect for homeschooling families, our Math class builds a strong foundation for future success, keeping learning fun, approachable, and exciting!

Science

Little Science Thinkers

Unleash your 2nd grader’s inner scientist with our dynamic Science class, brought to life by the Little 2nd Grade Science Thinkers curriculum! This hands-on program invites young explorers to dive into the wonders of the natural world through interactive experiments and engaging lessons. Students will investigate Matter, uncovering the properties of solids, liquids, and gases with fun activities. They’ll explore Living Things, discovering how plants and animals grow and adapt, and journey through diverse Habitats, from rainforests to tundras. Lessons on Earth’s Systems reveal the forces shaping our planet, like weather patterns and landforms. With a focus on curiosity and critical thinking, this class sparks a lifelong love for science. Ideal for homeschooling families, it builds a solid scientific foundation while making discovery an exciting adventure!

Social Studies / History

Notgrass History

Travel through America’s vibrant history with our 2nd Grade Social Studies class, guided by the Our Star-Spangled Story curriculum from Notgrass History! This captivating course brings the past to life, covering Early U.S. History to the Present Day through rich storytelling and hands-on activities. Students will meet pioneers, presidents, and everyday heroes, exploring key moments from the founding of the nation to modern times. Interactive projects, like crafting historical models and singing patriotic songs, make learning unforgettable. Lessons weave in geography, citizenship, and the values that shaped America, fostering pride and curiosity. Perfect for homeschooling families, this class blends engaging narratives, map skills, and creative tasks to build a deep understanding of history in a fun, meaningful way!

ELA

Notgrass, Easy Grammar, and More

Ignite your 2nd grader’s passion for language with our English Language Arts class, a vibrant blend of writing, grammar, and literature crafted for young homeschoolers! Using an adapted Writing Workshop Units approach, students will craft narratives, opinion pieces, and informative texts, drawing inspiration from their reading and historical themes. Writing activities include lap books, vocabulary exercises, sentence copying, and sentence creation, all tied to the selected literature for a cohesive experience. The Easy Grammar curriculum introduces nouns, verbs, adjectives, and sentence structure in a clear, engaging way, building skills without overwhelm. Our Literature component, anchored by the Our Star-Spangled Story Literature Pack, features eight beloved books: Benjamin West and His Cat Grimalkin by Marguerite Henry, Toliver’s Secret by Esther Wood Brady, Freedom Crossing by Margaret Goff Clark, Farmer Boy by Laura Ingalls Wilder, Mountain Born by Elizabeth Yates, Emily’s Runaway Imagination by Beverly Cleary, The Year of Miss Agnes by Kirkpatrick Hill, and Katy by Mary Evelyn Notgrass. These stories enrich history lessons while fostering a love for reading and thoughtful discussion. Perfect for homeschooling families, this class nurtures confident writers, skilled communicators, and avid readers!

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