NB Grade 2 English Curriculum

NB Grade 2 English Curriculum

• ELA.2.I.1.aExpress feelings and opinions providing some explanation and give simple descriptions of experiences using descriptive language to express feelings opinions or emotions using variety of Tier Two and Tier Three words appropriately with grammatically correct sentences and making specific requests
  • Student Agency Voice And Skills Engagement
  • Following Discussion Rules Respectfully
  • Connecting Speaker Ideas Through Discussion
• ELA.2.I.1.bPresent facts ideas or opinions about a specific topic or theme to peers and teachers using descriptive language to share simple facts opinions and ideas about a specific topic
  • Analysis And Response Expressing Thoughts
  • Sharing Stories With Clear Details
• ELA.2.I.1.cExplore the language of harmony and respect by describing helpful respectful equitable language using language that is not hurtful or offensive identifying differences between kind and hurtful language beginning to use inclusive language that respects gender identity and beginning to use language that demonstrates cultural sensitivity and respect
  • Community Cultural Awareness Online
  • Identity Community Understanding Perspectives
• ELA.2.I.2.aAsk and respond to questions to clarify and gather further information by using question words to create questions about specific topics asking initial and follow-up questions and responding to questions by answering or citing requested information
  • Seeking Text Clarification
  • Questioning Speaker Presentations
  • Asking Text Comprehension Questions
• ELA.2.I.2.bGive and follow directions or instructions using words for sequence like first next then time concepts like today tomorrow at noon and spatial concepts like under over there beside
  • Organizing Content And Sequencing Ideas
  • Exploring How To Books Together Writing Instructions
• ELA.2.I.2.cExplore appropriate communication conventions by beginning to use language specific to topic audience and situation
  • Media Audience Text Relationships
  • Purpose And Audience Writing Goals
• ELA.2.I.2.dRespond personally to presentations oral stories and multi-modal text by using questions wonderings and reflections to respond to new information or visual imagery
  • Effective Listening Skills Questions Interest
• ELA.2.I.2.eExplore social conventions when interacting by beginning to use turn-taking demonstrating consideration for thoughts and feelings of others and beginning to use words in place of actions to seek response in conflict resolution negotiation and material requests
  • Speaking Purposes Taking Turns On Topic
  • Recounting Oral Information Details
• ELA.2.I.3Receive and reflect on the ideas and opinions of others by receiving information from others reflecting while others are speaking and interrupting when necessary or appropriate
  • Listening Strategies For Difficult Messages
  • Using Context Clues While Reading
• ELA.2.R.1Demonstrate an awareness of sounds in spoken language by orally blending four or more sounds to make a word and substituting initial medial and final sounds in words with four or more sounds
  • Word Level Reading Multisyllabic Phonics
  • Decoding Two Syllable Long Vowels
• ELA.2.R.2.aApply letter-sound knowledge to decode connected text by spelling writing and representing words with vowel digraphs vowel diphthongs r-influenced vowels three-letter blends other sounds for y -le syllable types and affixes
  • Word Level Reading Position Based Spelling
  • Common Vowel Team Patterns
• ELA.2.R.2.bUse knowledge of phonics patterns and syllable types to spell unknown multisyllabic words and read a variety of high frequency words
  • Decoding Prefix Suffix Words
  • Recognizing Irregular Spelling Patterns
• ELA.2.R.3Read with accuracy and expression by reading affixes with voice variation responding to internal and end punctuation when reading aloud with appropriate expression automatically reading variety of words including high-frequency words and reading familiar passages fluently with appropriate phrasing and expression to convey sense of text to audience
  • Expressive Reading Fluency
  • Reading Aloud With Expression
  • Describing Rhythm In Stories
• ELA.2.R.4.aUse a range of vocabulary when communicating by connecting prior knowledge of words and word meanings to new words and themes classifying information into subcategories like winter sports and summer sports
  • Vocabulary Using Words In Various Contexts
  • Linking Vocabulary To Everyday Experiences
• ELA.2.R.4.bReplace Tier One common words with more precise Tier Two all-purpose words and Tier Three curriculum content specific words like school to education guess to estimate and use literary techniques such as similes to enhance and enrich meaning
  • Word Choice Grammar With New Vocabulary
  • Choosing Between Adjectives And Adverbs
  • Comparing Formal Informal Language
• ELA.2.R.4.cUse known root words as a clue to understand the meaning of a new word like zoology unicycle
  • Word Level Reading Morphemes Meanings
  • Finding Root Word Meanings
• ELA.2.R.5.aConstruct meaning from printed text when being read to and when reading independently by explaining prior knowledge connections using knowledge of affixes to aid meaning and using knowledge of root or base words to aid meaning
  • Activating Prior Knowledge Text Connections
  • Gathering Information From Experience Recalling Personal Experiences
• ELA.2.R.5.bIdentify specific facts found in one place in the text make comparisons from one text to another and draw conclusions and make predictions to support comprehension and use context to support comprehension
  • Decoding Unknown Words Using Sentence Clues
  • Answering Who What Where Questions
• ELA.2.R.5.cMake inferences about a character's actions or feelings and story events providing some general contextual details like I think Majid was disappointed that they were going to be late for school I could tell when they said Oh no Mama today is going to be awful
  • Making Inferences Using Text Evidence
  • Character Responses To Story Events
• ELA.2.R.5.dAnswer what if how and why questions and self-monitor for understanding by re-reading reading around or slowing down and begin to describe reading comprehension processes like re-reading reading on looking for context clues and slowing down
  • Comprehension Monitoring Reading Strategy
  • Making Connections Linking Text Experience
• ELA.2.R.6.aSelect and engage with a variety of text forms for specific uses by selecting from variety of text forms for interest or learning needs like decodable text braille audio book graphic text non-fiction text reading or viewing variety of text forms in first or additional languages expressing preferences and opinions about text and text features seeking text linking to prior knowledge or current learnings referring to various text forms for knowledge entertainment interest and information and interacting with storytellers and people in community like Elders family members librarians
  • Text Forms And Genres Characteristics
  • Recounting Fables And Folktales Determining Story Lessons
• ELA.2.R.6.bIdentify some characteristics forms features and types of text by using text features to gain additional information from the text identifying simple text forms and describing characteristics and general purpose of the form and recognizing some basic text features and characteristics like author illustrator title
  • Text features display formatting and visuals
  • Using Text Features Efficiently
• ELA.2.REP.1Print or represent words and sentences using a writing utensil or assistive technology by recognizing and applying handwriting mechanics like hand posture grip paper placement use of assistive technology using print conventions and mechanics for clarity and legibility printing representing or writing in cursive upper-case and lower-case letters demonstrating left-to-right and top-to-bottom directionality using conventional spacing between words and sentences and beginning to use indents and spacing for simple paragraphs and separate sections
  • Letter formation with spacing between letters
  • Printing Writing Legibly Fluently
• ELA.2.REP.2Apply appropriate spelling conventions when creating written works by spelling writing and representing words with vowel digraphs vowel diphthongs r-influenced vowels three-letter blends other sounds for y -le syllable types and affixes using knowledge of phonics patterns and syllable types to spell unknown multisyllabic words spelling variety of high frequency words with regular and irregular spellings and using grade level conventional spelling for Tier Two vocabulary and Tier Three curriculum specific vocabulary
  • Applying Spelling Patterns To Writing
  • Checking Spellings With Dictionaries
  • Identifying Unusual Spelling Patterns
• ELA.2.REP.3Use Tier One Two and Three vocabulary to communicate and enhance the meaning in written works and representations beginning to write longer and more complex sentences using compound and complex sentences to share ideas and experiences experimenting with paragraph form writing with increasing clarity and fluency using consistent regular past tense beginning to use irregular past tense using nouns pronouns and verbs correctly using simple words to indicate comparisons like but so however using descriptive language like adjectives active verbs adverbs beginning to use commas apostrophes and quotation marks and using reference materials like anchor charts dictionaries word walls environmental print
  • Compound sentence structure and formation
  • Syntax And Sentence Structure Various Types
  • Creating Simple And Compound Sentences
• ELA.2.REP.4.aGenerate ideas for writing and representing through discussions topic lists personal interests and models and organize ideas in writing and representing using drawings graphic organizers lists research key words and headings
  • Developing Ideas Writing Topics
  • Organizing Content Sequencing Ideas
• ELA.2.REP.4.bIdentify general topic and purpose including experiences opinions facts feelings and communicate intended audience and purpose of written works using form and formatting to match intended purpose and presenting information in a logical sequence
  • Identifying Purpose Reading Purposes
  • Identifying Author Purpose In Text
• ELA.2.REP.4.cElaborate on complex topics and link ideas in a variety of ways creating some flow to the writing and link ideas using a variety of connecting words like and then so first next finally because
  • Voice Using Descriptive Language
  • Distinguishing Similar Verb Meanings
  • Using Descriptive Words From Reading
• ELA.2.REP.4.dCreate various written or represented forms based on personal interest and choice
  • Producing Drafts Various Text Forms
  • Writing Event Narratives Describing Actions And Feelings
• ELA.2.REP.4.eDraft a piece of writing that has a topic focus basic sequence and supporting details and include an obvious conclusion restating the topic or purpose
  • Writing Opinion Pieces Supporting Opinions With Reasons
  • Writing Informative Texts
• ELA.2.REP.4.fRe-read and revise written works for clarity word order and spelling based on personal observations and teacher or peer feedback edit written works using a simple checklist for conventions including upper-case and lower-case letters punctuation and spelling and share a finished piece of work with others through bulletin boards oral presentations or online platforms
  • Revision Using Feedback Improvement
  • Editing And Proofreading Writing Mechanics
  • Revising Writing With Support
• ELA.2.REP.5Use information from one or two sources to support ideas gather information to answer a question or solve a problem and use information to form a simple argument
  • Research Information Gathering Evaluation
  • Research Using Multiple Sources
  • Shared Research Writing Projects
• ELA.2.C.1.aWrite personal narratives about experiences using proper sequence descriptive details and including beginning middle and end with story elements like characters setting problem and solution
  • Writing Events with Details and Closure
  • Writing Sequential Event Stories Using Time Order
• ELA.2.C.1.bWrite informational texts that introduce topics include facts in logical order and provide concluding statements
  • Topic Development with Key Details
  • Writing Facts About Topics
• ELA.2.C.1.cWrite opinion pieces that state opinions provide reasons to support opinions and include concluding statements
  • Writing Clear Opinion Statements
  • Writing Opinion Pieces Stating Book Opinions Giving
• ELA.2.C.2.aRead and write simple poems exploring rhyme rhythm repetition and descriptive language
  • Literary Devices Consonance And Simile
  • Reading Stories And Poetry Fluently
• ELA.2.C.2.bWrite friendly letters including greeting body and closing and understand the purpose of letter writing for communication
  • Using Commas In Letter Greetings
• ELA.2.LA.1.aRespond to stories and poems through writing drawing and discussion by making personal connections and sharing opinions about texts
  • Elements of story plot structure and dialogue
  • Literary elements sound play and symbols
• ELA.2.LA.1.bDescribe characters traits actions and feelings in stories and compare characters across different texts
  • Character Reactions to Story Events
  • Plot and Character Development
• ELA.2.LA.1.cIdentify setting and main events in stories and understand the story structure including beginning middle and end
  • Text Patterns Organization Features
  • Describing Story Structure Elements
• ELA.2.LA.1.dDistinguish between fiction and non-fiction texts and identify the features characteristics and purposes of each text type
  • Distinguishing Stories From Information Books
  • Reading Informational Texts Proficiently
• ELA.2.OL.1.aRead aloud with appropriate pace volume and expression using punctuation as a guide to convey meaning to audience
  • Reading with Feeling and Accuracy
  • Expressive Reading Rate
  • Read with Expression and Phrasing
• ELA.2.OL.1.bRetell stories in proper sequence including main characters setting and important events with supporting details
  • Retelling Stories With Key Details
  • Describing Story Elements With Details
• ELA.2.OL.2.aParticipate in collaborative discussions by taking turns listening actively to others and staying on topic
  • Building on Group Ideas
  • Oral language strategies asking questions and opinions
• ELA.2.OL.2.bAsk questions for clarification understanding and to gather more information during discussions and presentations
  • Metacognitive strategies reflecting questioning
  • Oral And Non-Verbal Communication Gestures
• ELA.2.OL.2.cPrepare and deliver short oral presentations on topics of interest using appropriate volume clarity and visual supports
  • Clear Speech With Proper Volume
  • Features of oral language tone inflection gestures
• ELA.2.CS.1.aIdentify the lesson or message in stories and relate it to personal experiences and real-world situations
  • Making Connections Text And Experience
  • Comparing Story Character Experiences
• ELA.2.CS.1.bMake and revise predictions before and during reading using text clues illustrations and prior knowledge
  • Making Background Knowledge Predictions
  • Making Predictions Using Evidence
• ELA.2.CS.1.cAsk and answer who what when where why and how questions to demonstrate understanding of key details in texts
  • Evidence for answering who questions
  • Find Evidence in Text
  • Support Claims with Evidence
• ELA.2.CS.1.dIdentify and describe the sequence of events in stories and informational texts using transition words
  • Text Patterns Sequencing Features
  • Analyzing Texts And Sequencing Info
• ELA.2.CS.1.eIdentify the main idea and supporting details in informational texts and stories
  • Summarizing Main Ideas And Details
  • Finding Main Topics In Paragraphs
• ELA.2.V.1.aUse context clues including sentence-level clues to determine the meaning of unknown words in texts
  • Finding Word Meanings in Text
  • Discovering Vocabulary Using Sentence Clues
• ELA.2.V.1.bRecognize that words can have multiple meanings and use context to determine the correct meaning
  • Using Glossaries To Find Meanings Using Dictionaries
• ELA.2.V.1.cExplore relationships between words including synonyms antonyms and words with similar meanings
  • Connecting Words with Daily Experiences
  • Understanding Word Relationships
• ELA.2.V.1.dLearn and use content-specific vocabulary related to science social studies mathematics and other curriculum areas
  • Content Area Terms
  • Cross-Curricular Learning Subjects
• ELA.2.PW.1.aRecognize and use word families and spelling patterns to decode and spell new words
  • Long and Short Vowel Word Decoding
  • Distinguishing Long Short Vowel Sounds
• ELA.2.PW.1.bUnderstand how common prefixes like un- re- dis- and suffixes like -s -es -ed -ing -er -est -en change word meanings and apply this knowledge in reading and writing
  • Prefixes Suffixes and Irregular Words
  • Forming Words With Known Prefixes
• ELA.2.PW.1.cIdentify and create compound words and understand how two words combine to create new meaning
  • Predicting Compound Word Meanings
• ELA.2.PW.1.dUnderstand and use common contractions and recognize that apostrophes show where letters have been omitted
  • Forming Contractions With Apostrophes
• ELA.2.RI.1.aGather information from books and digital sources and take simple notes to answer research questions
  • Basic Note Taking and Citations
  • Digital Forms Conventions Text Techniques
• ELA.2.RI.1.bUse library resources including fiction non-fiction and reference materials to find information and answer questions
  • Is This Information Reliable
  • Vocabulary associated with texts
• ELA.2.TI.1.aUse digital tools for writing and research and understand basic internet safety practices
  • Digital Writing Tools and Sharing
  • Online Safety Navigation And Interaction
• ELA.2.TI.1.bCreate simple digital products such as illustrated stories presentations or recordings to share learning
  • Creating Simple Digital Media
  • Recording Stories With Sound Creating Visual Story
• ELA.2.CL.1.aParticipate in collaborative writing projects by contributing ideas sharing responsibilities and respecting others contributions
  • Writing processes drafting and revision steps
  • Innovation And Design Using Digital Tools
• ELA.2.CL.1.bGive and receive constructive feedback on writing and make revisions based on peer and teacher feedback
  • Planning Stronger Content
  • Revise for Impact
  • Edit for Better Writing