1st and 2nd Grade Activities
March is the perfect time to reinforce essential second grade math skills before the end of the year testing push. By this point, students have been exposed to many grade-level standards, but they still need consistent, spiral review to build confidence and mastery. Below are simple, effective March math review activities that can be used […]
Winter break is magical. Restful. Rejuvinating… And then January arrives. Your second graders come back taller, chattier, and just a little rusty on routines. The structure you worked so hard to build in the fall suddenly feels… wobbly. If you’re wondering how to reset your 2nd grade math routine after winter break without starting over, […]
December can feel like a whirlwind in the classroom which is why I love leaning into themes that keep students focused and excited about learning. Gingerbread activities are perfect for this time of year. They’re playful, high-interest, and encredibly flexible across subjects! If you’re looking to bring a little holiday fun to your second grade […]
Learning about 2D and 3D shapes is one of the most exciting parts of second grade math! Geometry lessons open students’ eyes to the shapes all around them–on the playground, in the classroom, and even in their snacks! When students get to touch, build, and play with shapes, they develop a much deeper understanding of […]
November is the perfect month to implement some Thanksgiving math fun in the classroom. It’s a month filled with gratitude, cozy vibes, and lots of excitement as we head into the holidays. It’s also the perfect time to pause and review important math skills before the end of the semester. A little daily review and […]
Teaching odd and even numbers doesn’t have to be spooky. It can be a lot of fun when you bring in a little Halloween/Fall magic! Second graders love hands-on learning, and October is the perfect time to sneak in themed math practice that feels more lke play than work. Below you’ll find creative Halloween/Fall odd […]
If you’ve ever watched your students’ eyes light up when they see pumpkins, gingerbread men, or snowflakes on their math activities–you already know the magic of seasonal math activities. But these festive lessons aren’t just cute or fun. They play a powerful role in keeping students engaged, reinforcing important skills, and helping math feel meaningful […]
If you teach 2nd grade math, you already know how powerful a number line can be for helping students truly see what’s happening when they add and subtract. Number lines take math from the abstract to the visual-helping kids build number sense, understand place value, and develop flexible strategies. In this post, I would like […]
Get Students Engaged In Comparing and Ordering Numbers! Are you teaching second graders how to compare and order numbers to 1,200 but want something more engaging than worksheets? I’ve got some hands-on activities that bring place value to life–using whole group activities, partner practice, comparison mats, and fun games that are all tied to the […]
The first two weeks of second grade are all about building routines, reviewing foundational math skills, and easing students back into learning after summer break. That’s why it’s essential to plan back to school math review activities that are both engaging and developmentally appropriate. In this post, you’ll find a variety of back to school […]
Helping second graders understand how to represent numbers in different ways is one of the most important (and fun!) parts of early math instruction. When students can show numbers in standard form, expanded form, word form, and using visual models, they begin to develop deep number sense and strong place value understanding. In this post, […]
These active outdoor math games will create opportunities that are ideal for keeping second grade students engaged in math — especially when the weather is nice. Get Your students excited about reviewing place value with outdoor math games! In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of using outdoor math activities in your classroom to […]
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