2nd+Grade

=Second Grade=

Core Knowledge Lesson Plans in PDF http://coreknowledge.org/CK/resrcs/lessons/2.htm

Math
[] Many Math Topics [|Math Facts] - Test your self on basic math facts. Time yourself for one minute. http://www.internet4classrooms.com/skills_2nd_.htm - Math and Literacy Interactive Sites Separated by skill Ex: Patterns http://www.internet4classrooms.com/skills_2nd_math.htm - Math Skills Separated by Standards Interactive Sites [|Math Fact Power] - This is a timed site that allows you to test your math fact power!

Social Studies
[|Zoom Dinosaurs] - An outstanding site bursting with information about every dinosaur you can imagine and more! Very easy to use. http://science.nationalgeographic.com/science/prehistoric-world.html - A great site with everything you need to know about dinosaurs, even a printable dinosaur bingo game. [|Little Explorers]- An online picture dictionary from A to Z with links to learn more. http://www.internet4classrooms.com/skills_2nd_social.htm - Social Studies Separated by Standards Interactive Sites [|50 States] - A website full of many basic facts and other links that will help you find necessary information for your state projects. [|Stately Knowledge] - A great site put out by the Public Library System. Get basic facts and information about your state. Lessons for elementary students about what happened to dinosaurs, and what animals lived in Illinois 65 million years ago, 10 million years ago, and today. A fun way to learn how to run a meeting and the basics of parliamentary procedure. Consumers and Producers [] review what a consumer is
 * [|Animals Past and Present]**
 * [|Who Wants To Be a Parliamentarian]**

[] decide who is a consumer and who is a producer

[] match person with the good or service they provide

Reading and Language Arts
http://www.starfall.com/ - Leveled stories for learning to read Pre-K-2nd Grade http://www.internet4classrooms.com/skills_2nd_.htm - Math and Literacy Interactive Sites Separated by skill Ex: Beginning Letter Recognition http://www.internet4classrooms.com/skills_2nd_lang.htm - Reading, Writing, and The Elements of Language Interactive Sites Separated by Skill [|Arthur Web Site] - Use this website to learn some fun facts about Arthur and his friends. There are also some fun games to play. [|Into the Books] - Interactive activities to be used with the 2nd grade.
 * 1) Capitalization and punctuation - Find the sentence with the correct punctuation in this quiz..
 * 2) Capitalization/Punctuation Rags to Riches Game - Choose the correct way to write each sentence.
 * 3) Power Proofreading - Choose 2nd grade then select; Talk of the Town, or any one of the mixed practice exercises.
 * 4) Punctuation - Find the correct punctuation mark to end the sentence.
 * 5) Punctuation Paintball - Three levels are available: easy includes only capitals, periods, question marks and exclamation marks; medium adds commas; and hard adds quotation marks. When you see the registration page click on Maybe Later.
 * 6) Sentence Clubhouse - Select type of sentences and insert correct punctuation.
 * 7) Special Names - Find the correct capitalization of proper nouns.

Science
[|Let's Talk About Insects] - Use this intearactive story to learn facts about amazing insects. Learn all about the parts of a tree and why trees are important to us! Students learn about how soil is made, who really needs soil, and what happens to soil if you don't take care of it. Teacher's guide for the 4-H Incubation and Embryology project including lesson plans, activities, and background resources. Travel with Pierre as you learn all about how trees are important to us! Learn how to plan, nurture and enjoy the benefits of a beautiful flower or vegetable garden. Your guide to choosing, growing, preparing and storing common vegetables. Lessons and activities designed for 4th & 5th graders to learn about acid rain, global warming, water resources and other environmental topics. Lessons for elementary students about clouds, seasons, air pressure, winds, global warming, and violent weather. Learn what it feels like to be older and what happens to our bodies as we age. [] - Science Skills Separated by Standards, Interactive Sites [|Simple Machines]
 * [|Secret Life of Trees]**
 * [|Claude's Got the Scoop on Soil]**
 * [|Incubation & Embryology]**
 * [|Trees Are Terrific]**
 * [|My First Garden]**
 * [|Watch Your Garden Grow]**
 * [|Knowing Your World]**
 * [|Weather One]**
 * [|Walk in My Shoes]**

Earth and Space Science [] cicada life cycle

[] classifying critters

[] grouping animals based on a characteristic

[] great site for learning more about the 6 animals groups

[] changing states of matter in a cyber-experiment

[] changing states of matter

[] learn more about our 9 (or 8) planets and more about our solar system!

[] Smithsonian dino dig

[] Dino dig with fossils

[] Review all science!

[] With parent monitoring, can be a great resource.

[] jeopardy smart board

Religion
http://www.akidsheart.com/holidays/thanks/thgame.htm Holiday Thanksgiving Game http://biblewise.com/kids_korner/kids.htm Many games and activities for younger students Cultivating knowledge for purposeful living, students learn through literature, art, humanities, and throughout the existing school curriculum the benefits and consequences of behavior. Helping children enjoy learning and being successful in school is an important goal for parents, other family members, and schools. It's not easy to get along. Help Maria and her friends solve their problems peacefully. Resources for working with youth with special needs.
 * [|Character Education]**
 * [|Helping Kids Succeed in School]**
 * [|Out on a Limb]**
 * [|Working with Youth with Special Needs]**

Music

Physical Education
Jumping rope is fun and good for you, too! Learn nine different single rope stunts along with jump rope rhymes and games. Written and designed for today's young athlete, these easy-to-use nutrition guides work well in classrooms and after-school programs.
 * [|Healthy Hopping]**
 * [|Sports & Nutrition: The Winning Connection]**

Technology Skills
[] [|Animal Back Talk] - Use this weblink to make the animals say something funny. [|Lego Fun Zone for Older Kids] - Play Indiana Jones, Star Wars and build your own lego city. Lots of fun websites for kids to learn everything from how worms eat garbage to how to get along with others.
 * [|Just for Kids]**