School Supplies for Second-Graders
School Supplies for Second-Graders
Here's a list of what your second-grader will need to start their year off right.Most classroom teachers will require these supplies, and some teachers may ask you to provide additional items, as well:
#2 pencils
Black and white composition book
Colored pencils
Crayons
Erasers
Glue (bottle)
Glue stick
Handwriting paper
Markers
Pocket folders
Ruler with centimeters and inches
Safety scissors
School supply box (plastic lasts longer)
Tissues
Wide-lined notebook paper
"Ziploc" plastic bags
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Types of CloudsNext time youre on an airplane or just taking a walk in the park with your kids, turn it into a teachable moment by explaining where clouds come from and what the different kinds are called! What is a cloud? Clouds are everywhere: in
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Sound ClappingListening to sounds in words is important. Knowing where sounds of words begin and end is also important to reading. What you need: A list of two- or three-syllable words What to do: 1. Tell your child that you will say a word and cla
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Q&A: RetentionWill repeating a grade help your child catch up in school? Read the answers to other parents questions and find out. 1. Should we retain our first-grader so that he can get a better base of skills, or continue on to second grade wi