November 18-26, 2013

This past week and a half in second grade, we wrapped up our chapter on double digit subtraction with regrouping.  "If there's more on the floor, borrow next door.  If there's more on top, no need to stop!"  We also started our new chapter on money.  The first two lessons were an introduction to the coins and their value (which should be review from last year) and counting change.  Knowing how to count money is an important skill children will need for the rest of their lives.  Parents, please practice with your children at home!  We also wrapped up our month on nonfiction and did a couple more nonfiction book reports.  In phonics, we worked on R-controlled er, ir, ur, and also started talking about consonant le.  We finished our latest chapters in science and social studies, so be ready for tests to come next week.  Enjoy the 5 day Thanksgiving vacation break!