Class 2B
Welcome to Mrs. Zawarski’s
2nd Grade Class 2B
Welcome to Class 2B 2023-2024!!
If you weren’t able to join us at Back to School Night, here is the link to the slideshow I presented: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vTXociLfAPCABkvGOhsIM_CIshFSw-D0AVj1oeAn8K4vzEj0ybuPSvEUdVWkND-7v17oqdp4Xx2ZNAs/pub?start=false&loop=true&delayms=10000
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This is the new & updated Amazon Wishlist for our class, please help out if you can: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/QYF2IMESRWDO?ref_=wl_share
This Week’s AND next week’s spelling & vocab words: unit5week22023
Monday, March 25: Math p. 127; Spelling worksheet & write words in cursive, write name in cursive
Tuesday, March 26: Math p. 258; Spelling workseet & write words in cursive, write name in cursive
Wednesday, March 27: Finish Flat Stanley project due on Wednesday 4/3 NOON DISMISSAL, NO AFTER CARE!!!
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NO SCHOOL THURSDAY MARCH 28-TUESDAY APRIL 2!!!! HAPPY EASTER!!!!
Wednesday, April 3: write name in cursive, write spelling words in sentences and in cursive 2 times each, Math p. 129
Thursday, April 4: write name in cursive, write spelling words in print & cursive 2 times each, Math p. 130, study for Chapter 20 Religion Test
Friday, Apri 5: Go to Mass!!
Upcoming Tests:
Reading Tests Next Week after Easter: Grammar, Reading Skills
Spelling Test: Friday 4/5
Religion: Chapter 20 Test on Friday 4/5 http://www.gshilton.org/interactive-online-games-and-activities.html
What Are We Learning? Ask your child to tell you about..
Religion: Holy Week, Easter, Chapter 20 Jesus Offers Himself, First Communion
TSWBAT identify the events in the life of Jesus that are commemorated during Holy Week, describe Holy Week as a time to prepare for Easter by recalling Jesus’ sacrifice for us, tell the story of Jesus’ Last Supper, describe holy Thursday as our commemoration of Jesus’ gift to us in the Eucharist, identify ways to serve others in the spirit of Jesus, explain why we celebrate Easter, explain that Jesus is with them as their risen Lord, describe why we feel joyful at Easter, reflect on Sunday’s Gospel Readings from 3/24 & 3/31, explain the meaning of the first part of the Eucaristic Prayer, describe that the Mass is Jesus’ perfect sacrifice to the Father, explain that after the consecration, we pray to the Father, describe the Amen that follows the Concluding Doxology as our agreement to the offering of Jesus and ourselves
Math: Chapter 10 Fractions
Reading: Unit 5, What Do Heroes Do?
We are using Word Books to help the students learn sight words and vocabulary words to use in their writing. Each student has their own copy that they keep in their desks. Many words are already in the book, but there is also ample room to write any additional words they would like to use in any writing they do, from journal entries, to writing assignments, and even on tests! The goal is to increase their personal lexicons to give them the confidence and tools to go further in their writing with each new writing endeavor.
Handwriting: We have officially finished learning all the uppercase and lowercase letters in cursive!!! Everyone is doing great and working very hard!! I tell the kids everyday I am NOT looking for perfection, but I am requiring effort!! We now have a new additional homework assignment daily, as is appropriate for half way through 2nd grade, and for the practicing their cursive, part of their spelling homework every day will be to write each spelling word 2 times each in cursive on a special worksheet, in addition to completing the usual spelling homework.
Spelling/Phonics: Dipthongs with ou & ow. Homework has increased each day to include the usual spelling homework in addition to writing the spelling words in cursive 2 times each, to help prepare them for the spelling tests. Spelling tests will now also include writing the words in print and in cursive, though they will only be graded on the print spelling for now, I will be using the spelling tests also as a handwriting grade!
Grammar: Pronouns & Commas
Science: weather, climate, topography, animals and plants of countries around the world! This Week & Next Week: Geology, Earthquakes, Volcanoes & Natural Disasters!! I have brought in my huge collection of rocks, mineral and gems and related books to share with the class.
Social Studies: Geography, Art, Traditions, Language & Cultures from Around the World! Learning about National Parks!
Note: Science/Social Studies often relate to themes in our Wonders language arts curriculum, except for the occassional lessons/projects relating to holidays or local/national/world history/events, and I love to get in hands on science projects when our schedule allows just for fun!!
Supplies: We could use more tissues, and paper towels, and sharpened pencils please!!!
Amazon Wishlist link: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/QYF2IMESRWDO?ref_=wl_share
Specials:
Monday: Gym
Tuesday:
Wednesday: Library
Thursdays: Spanish & Art
Fridays: Music
Snack:
Please send a cloth napkin or tea towel to cover your child’s desk at snack and lunch time. Snack should be limited to 1 item that your child is able to open without assistance.
Lunch:
We will be eating lunch in the cafeteria.
Dismissal:
Please send in a written note if your child will be dismissed differently than indicated the first week of school.
Extended Care:
Please see the school website for more information.
Zoom Link:
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/8358302929?pwd=RmZ1VDgzZGd1Qm5wdndPVkxuNDVmdz09
Email:
Please reach out to me for any reason or concern! I am praying for a safe and healthy year!
Yours in Christ,
Mrs. Zawarski
Helpful Links
Religion: LoyolaPress Grade 2 Religion Resources
ABCya! Second Grade Games and Apps Math, Language Arts, Reading, and more
Sadlier-Oxford Math Grade 2 Practice Skills, Math Minutes
Glencoe McGraw-Hill Math Virtual Manipulatives
NCTM Illuminations Math Interactives