Elementary School - Grade 2

Mathematics

Number System:

• Sequence numbers to 100
• Estimate quantities to 100
• Record and keep track when counting numbers
• Demonstrates understanding of place value (ones, tens and hundreds)
• Count by 2's, 5's and 10's
• Compare quantities using <,>,=
• Find patterns on a 100 charts

Fractions and Decimals

• Demonstrate initial understanding that a fraction is part of a whole
• Understand concept of fair shares and equal parts
• Begin to represent fractions through drawings and models

Computation:

• Compare amounts to 100
• Distinguish between and solve combining and separating problems
• Recall addition and subtraction facts to 20
• Solve addition and subtraction problems
• Add two-digit numbers
• Use strategies for solving addition and subtraction problems
• Solve addition problems with multiple addends
• Match addition and subtraction equations to the situations they represent
• Write a story that reflects and addition equation
• Determine when it is appropriate to use a calculator
• Recognize the commutative property of addition

Data:

• Collect and represent data using graphs and charts
• Make predictions based on data
• Conduct surveys

Measurements:

• Estimate volume, length and weight
• Measure length using standard units of measurement
• Choose appropriate unit of measuring length

Geometry:

• Sort 3-D and 2 -D shapes according to common attributes
• Identify shapes that represent halves, thirds and fourths
• Explore symmetry with blocks, mirrors and paper folding
• Identify triangles and rectangles based on number of sides

Time and Money

• Tell time and represent time using standard and digital clocks to 5 minute intervals
• Identify and know value of penny, nickel, dime and quarter
• Count money to $5.00
• Make change

Communication:

• Use appropriate language to describe and compare amounts
• Use pictures, numbers or words to record strategies for solving problems
• Work cooperatively in groups to solve problems