Reading Grade 2, Part 1 of 2

Students learn the skills needed to be effective readers and writers, as well as listening and speaking skills. Areas addressed include decoding, phonemic awareness, vocabulary, and comprehension skills in reading; writing and composition skills; spelling; grammar and mechanics; and study skills. The goals of the reading program are to instill a love of reading within all students by introducing engaging texts and authors. Helping students discover the different purposes for reading by exploring sub-genres, using worksheets, hands-on projects, and art. State standards are adhered to in this course, and noted on the unit overlooks.