Second Grade Curriculum CHILD AND UNIVERSE - WHAT MAKES A HOME? Through the Second Grade's core curriculum, "Child and Universe," students place themselves in their families, in the wider community, and in the universe to better understand their roles in the world and beyond. Second Graders are learning what it means to be a student and to use their skills in order to further their learning and independence. The Second Grade study begins with a focus on the children themselves – their interests, joys, and connections to family, friends, school, and the rest of the community. The child’s world is related to the greater universe by experiences with nature, as well as by observations and research about the sun and shadows, stars and constellations, and planets and our solar system. In addition to the strong emphasis on science, children are exposed to myths and legends from diverse cultures that relate to the sun, moon, and stars. Finally, exploration of the Earth and its physical features – continents, biomes and specifically water, its uses, states and sanctity, brings the focus back to the child and their family and connects us in helping others gain access to safe water. Individual families are celebrated throughout Core via family sharing and collections of family stories, which celebrates the diversity of our collective experience.
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