Second Grade News: February 14, 2017

Second Grade News: February 14, 2017

Reading: This week our weekly concept is “How does weather affect us?” We will be learning about different types of weather and severe weather.

Spelling:  The Spelling concept for this time is long vowel E spelled with e, ee, ea, ie, y, and ey. The Spelling test is this week Thursday, February 16.

we                       bee                       need                    queen          mean

leaf                     chief                         thief                 pony             keys

grow                 toe                       after                 every         special

High Frequency Words (sight words):  By the end of the unit, your child should be able to read these words quickly and easily. Please post this letter in a handy spot (on the fridge, etc.) and have your child practice reading through these words a couple of times each day.

before           every               would           after         hear

few                 special             old                 hurt          first

Vocabulary: We are learning the meaning of these words. Please use these words in conversation with your child and ask him/her to tell you what they mean.

damage               dangerous           destroy             event

harsh                    prevent                 warning            weather

Jump Rope for Heart: Your child may bring shorts to change into for this event tomorrow (Wednesday, Feb. 15).

They are encouraged to bring a water bottle with PLAIN WATER ONLY!

Field Trip Reminder: Tuesday, February 21. Remember outdoor clothing and a sack lunch for our all day field trip.