100 Days of School!

Our class just celebrated 100 days of school!! We all dressed up pretending to be 100 years old! During the day, students brainstormed what they thought life will be like when they are 100. Check out our class of 100 year olds!!

Math Explorations

Once a week, students work in their math groups on math explorations. These are hands-on activities that reinforce different mathematical concepts. Students enjoy these activities especially because they get to use their creativity. Check out the pattern one of our students created with pattern blocks:

Gingerbread Houses

The week before Christmas break, our class made Gingerbread Houses. Our class took a look at some gingerbread house examples and then put their own creativity into making their very own gingerbread house. After that, students wrote a How-To about making a gingerbread house which ties right in to our 2nd grade writing standard. Thanks to all the parents who gave up their time to come in to help us!

Thanksgiving Rotations

The week before Thanksgiving, all 2nd graders did some Thanksgiving rotations. Students learned about the Pilgrims and Indians. Students also made a special treat: Turkey cupcakes. Check these out below:

Turkey Disguises

Our 2nd grade class read the book Turkey Trouble. In the book, the Turkey tries to come up with a disguise so that the farmer does not make him Thanksgiving dinner. Students then created their very own turkey disguises and we hung them outside our classroom. Check them out below: 

Culture Projects

Students chose a country to research for Social Studies. They had to learn about the country's culture including the ethnic food, language, religion, clothing, etc. Then they were asked to create either a powerpoint presentation, recipe, shelter, or tool to bring in to share with the class that represented their country. Here are some examples:

Veteran's Day

Our class made Veteran's Day t-shirts to honor those who have served our country. We took time as a class to learn a little bit more about our Veterans and why we celebrate this holiday. We also wrote thank you letters to different Veterans that we know.