Homework Q & A
What homework do second graders have?
Students can participate in our homework bingo. Each month, I will distribute a homework bingo board. The board will have a variety of activities such as different ways to review what we've learned, videos to watch, and the opportunity to experience new things. This does not need to be turned in, but challenge your child to complete the activities.
It is expected that children read to themselves for at least 15 - 20 minutes a day. There's no required reading log this year, but students can participate in the 30 book challenge. On a provided reading log, they can record 30 books that they have read. Once it’s complete, they can turn it in to me for a prize.
Children should also practice math facts and skills, Math facts can be practiced in a variety of ways: flashcards, websites (such as XTRA MATH that we use in school), math games, websites, etc. There are many web based programs to practice math skills. You can access these through my website.
What if my child doesn't understand the homework and is unable to complete it?
One skill that I want to promote is self-advocacy. If students are stuck, please encourage them to check in with me to seek extra help. I'd be happy to help!
What can I do to help my child with their homework?
- Develop a homework routine and provide a successful place to complete homework.
- Make sure students attempt their homework before asking for help.
- If they're stuck, feel free to help! Try to offer tips and/or solutions rather than the answer.
- Review their homework with them and have them fix their mistakes.
Are there ongoing things that my child can be studying or doing at home?
Yes. Here's a list of skills students can be working on at home:
- Math
- Xtra Math
- studying addition/subtraction facts
- practice solving problems two ways (addition and subtraction)
- IXL to practice various skills
- Creating word problems using real life problems and situations
- Reading
- Reading as much as possible and discussing the text
- Raz Kids
- 30 Book Challenge
- Reading aloud to a parent from time to time
- Writing
- Typing programs (more mid to end of the year)
- Journaling (writing about one focused activity rather than a list of everything)
- Telling stories with lots of details
- Word Study
- Practicing trick words