Dear Gesu Families, The start of the second quarter brings excitement into our classrooms as students are introduced to new skills and explore new concepts. Below you will find brief overviews of what students will be introduced to this quarter in each content area. We are looking forward to seeing the personal growth of each student. Thank you for your continued partnership as we truly are one proud Gesu family.

Mrs. Regan Kazel Principal

Ms. Katelyn Seliskar Assistant Principal

Grade 2 Curriculum Quarter 2

Religion Students will be introduced to topics related to sacramental preparation for Reconciliation.

Reading, Writing, and Phonics Students will explore various forms of text, including expository texts, fables and poetry. Students will compose a developed paragraph with a topic sentence, supporting details and conclusion during their study of narrative writing. Students will be introduced to multi-syllabic words, vowel teams and contractions.

Math Students will be introduced to concepts related to multiplication and division.

Science Students will be introduced to different topics related to animals, including behavior, life cycles and the relationship between parents and offspring.

Social Studies Students will explore topics related to holiday traditions and communities and will practice map skills.

Art Students will continue to practice drawing and coloring skills. They will be introduced to new art tools and types of media.

Music Students will be introduced to singing in a round, rhythmic note values and playing classroom instruments.

Spanish Students will practice vocabulary about clothing and parts of the body.

Technology Students will continue to practice digital citizenship skills. They will also be introduced to characteristics of reliable sources in order to practice basic research skills.

Library Students will be introduced to books about holidays, problem solving and making assumptions.

Physical Education Students will be practicing throwing and catching skills, including throwing objects to themselves and catching objects from different distances and speeds.

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