Math

By the end of second grade, students will be expected to:

Count whole numbers to 1000

Count ordinal numbers from 1st to 31st

Understand basic whole number relationships (e.g., 4 is less than 10, 30 is 3 tens)

Add and subtract whole numbers through 18

Solve real-world problems involving addition and subtraction of whole numbers

Know processes for telling time, counting money, and measuring length, using basic standard and non-standard units

Understand basic properties of simple geometric shapes (e.g., number of sides, corners)

Understand similarities and differences between simple geometric shapes

Understand that observations about objects or events can be organized and displayed in simple graphs

Explain to others how he/she went about solving a problem

All second graders will be expected to learn the basic addition and subtraction math facts. Various ways are used to learn these facts including timed tests, practice sheets, math games, or other drill and practice activities. We encourage you to help your child master these facts.