Daily Word Problems and Horizons Math 2nd Grade
Both boys are using Daily Work Problems in addition to their math programs. The world problems simply help them think out of the box in math.
I have chosen to use Horizon Math instead of Saxon for 2nd grade for several reasons. One being it has very high academic ratings. It teaches in a spiral approach with continuous review and incremental teaching of new material. It is my 2nd graders favorite book this year.
Both boys are using Daily Work Problems in addition to their math programs. The world problems simply help them think out of the box in math.
I have chosen to use Horizon Math instead of Saxon for 2nd grade for several reasons. One being it has very high academic ratings. It teaches in a spiral approach with continuous review and incremental teaching of new material. It is my 2nd graders favorite book this year.
Handwriting- 2nd Grade
My 2nd grader is using D'Nealian Handwriting. It is a pre-cursive type of handwriting. Letters are formed to flow together nicely together. I am hoping that by incorporating this type of handwriting now we will avoid messing handwriting in the future :)
My 2nd grader is using D'Nealian Handwriting. It is a pre-cursive type of handwriting. Letters are formed to flow together nicely together. I am hoping that by incorporating this type of handwriting now we will avoid messing handwriting in the future :)
Grammar, Phonics, Reading - 2nd Grade
We are continuing with Horizon Phonics, plus adding in reading comprehension activities, free reading and Daily 6-Traits Writing.
Horizon Phonics; I feel it is a well written program covering phonics, as well as introducing alphabetizing, parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization, sentences, contractions, antonyms, synonyms, and homonyms. When we transition to a grammar program I think the foundation it has laid will be very helpful.
Comp Activities; These are stories I have printed along with questions. We are using them 3 times a week to build reading skills. The stories are fun and the questions let me know he is understanding what he is reading.
Free Reading; We started with the Bob Jones 2nd grade reader, but have switched to Pathway Readers. He was getting distracted by the brightly colored pictures in the BJ book. Pathway Readers are a series about an Amish family. The are very plain books. He is doing much better reading fluently and concentrating since we have switched!
After we finish Horizon Phonics, I am considering using Shurley English. Any thoughts on that?
We are continuing with Horizon Phonics, plus adding in reading comprehension activities, free reading and Daily 6-Traits Writing.
Horizon Phonics; I feel it is a well written program covering phonics, as well as introducing alphabetizing, parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization, sentences, contractions, antonyms, synonyms, and homonyms. When we transition to a grammar program I think the foundation it has laid will be very helpful.
Comp Activities; These are stories I have printed along with questions. We are using them 3 times a week to build reading skills. The stories are fun and the questions let me know he is understanding what he is reading.
Free Reading; We started with the Bob Jones 2nd grade reader, but have switched to Pathway Readers. He was getting distracted by the brightly colored pictures in the BJ book. Pathway Readers are a series about an Amish family. The are very plain books. He is doing much better reading fluently and concentrating since we have switched!
After we finish Horizon Phonics, I am considering using Shurley English. Any thoughts on that?
Science - Everyone
Christian Kids Explore Biology; The format is user friendly, we do it together. So far it has been good.
Janice VanCleave's Experiments; My kids love to do experiments. This books contains a ton of activities which can be done with every day household items. We've had a lot of fun with it so far.
Weather; I love weather, it fascinates me. Living in the Midwest we experience many different kinds, so learning about it is fun!
Christian Kids Explore Biology; The format is user friendly, we do it together. So far it has been good.
Janice VanCleave's Experiments; My kids love to do experiments. This books contains a ton of activities which can be done with every day household items. We've had a lot of fun with it so far.
Weather; I love weather, it fascinates me. Living in the Midwest we experience many different kinds, so learning about it is fun!
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So many great things here! It was great meeting you in person,too. Look forward to getting to know you more and bouncing HS ideas around together.
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