English Language Arts

Second grade has five units of study. 

• • 1. 1. 1. You Are Here 

             • • • Essential Question: How do different places affect us? 

                 • Genre: Realistic Fiction

                 • Writing Goal: I can plan, draft, and publish my writing. 

          2. Nature's Wonders 

             • • • Essential Question: What patterns do we see in nature? 

                 • Genre: Informational Text

                 • Writing Goal: I can use elements of informational text to write a list article. 

          3. Our Traditions 

             • • • Essential Question: What makes a tradition? 

                 • Genre: Traditional Tales

                 • Writing Goal: I can use figurative language and sound devices to write poetry. 

          4. Making a Difference 

             • • • Essential Question: Why is it important to connect with other people? 

                 • Genre: Narrative Nonfiction

                 • Writing Goal: I can use elements of narrative nonfiction to write a personal narrative. 

          5. Our Incredible Earth 

             • • • Essential Question: How does Earth Change 

                 • Genre: Informational Text

                 • Writing Goal: I can use elements of informational text to write a procedural text.