Second Grade
The 2nd grade curriculum at St. Charles includes both academic and religious study, including: English/language arts, math, science, social studies, Sacramental preparation for Reconciliation and First Most Holy Communion.
Our 2nd grade teachers are Abby Bollensen and Anita Juntilla.
2nd Grade Academic Study
- Recognizing Key Ideas and Details
- Craft and Structure of Texts
- Integration of Knowledge and Ideas
- Selecting Appropriate-Level Texts
- Writing Skills/DOL
- Features of Text, Text Types, and Purpose
- Phonological Awareness
- Silent and Oral Fluency
- Fact versus Opinion
- Basic Comprehension Skills
- Handwriting: Posturing
- Handwriting: Formation
- Numerical Calculation
- Algebraic Manipulation
- Geometry Concepts
- Spatial Visualization
- Data Analysis
- Measurement
- Use of Mathematical Tools
- Estimation
- Time and Money
- Fractions
- Scientific Inquiry and the Scientific Method
- Observation Skills
- Journaling and Recordkeeping
- Problem Solving
- Physical and Chemical Properties of Matter
- Force and Motion
- Weather
- Living things and Life cycles
- Citizenship and Government
- Economics
- Geography
- History
- State Histories of Minnesota and the Dakotas
- Meaning and Importance of Prayer
- The 5 types of Prayer
- Understanding of 7 Sacraments, with a Focus on Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist
- Liturgical Seasons
- Historical Jesus: Foundation and Hierarchy of the Church
- Sacraments
- What We See, Do, and Say at Mass
- Stations of the Cross
- Vocation
- Acting as Images of God
Art, Spanish, Music, Computer, and Physical Education are also incorporated into the curriculum at St. Charles. Find out more about our Specialists here.
