Primary School Report Card Details
Grade 2
Unit of Inquiry
Asks relevant questions
Participates in discussions related to topic
Locates information
Records information
Is able to understand and rephrase information
Organizes information
Presents information
Mathematics
Demonstrates number sense
- reads, writes, and orders numbers to 120
- compares quantities using greater than, less than, or equal to up to 100’s
Makes calculations
- knows and uses addition facts up to 20
- knows and uses subtraction facts up to 20
- is able to construct fact families up 20 e.g. 3+9=12, 9+3=12, 12-3=9, 12-9=3.
- adds 1-, 2-, and 3-digit numbers with/without renaming (terms 2 and 3)
- adds and subtracts ten from any 2 digit number
- subtracts 2-digit numbers from a 2-digit numbers without regrouping
- constructs simple number sentences
- estimates numbers to the nearest 10
- knows multiplication tables 1s, 2s, 3s, 4s, 5s, 10s (terms 2 and 3)
- understands the meaning of multiplication and division (terms 2 and 3)
- recognizes fractions half, fourth and third when written (term 3 only)
- uses a calculator to solve simple addition and subtraction problems
Makes and uses measurement
- selects appropriate tools and units of measurement
- identifies the value of coins and bills to $100
- solves money stories up to $1.00
- tells and records time to the hour, half hour, quarter hour, and 5-minute
- reads a thermometer using Celsius and Fahrenheit scales
- estimates, measures, labels and compares using U.S. standard and metric units of measurement: length, volume, weight
Analyzes and uses spatial relationships and basic concepts of geometry
- understands the concept of symmetry
- locates features on a grid using coordinates
- understands parallel lines and line segments
- understands the concept of plane and 3-D shapes (terms 2 and 3)
- recognizes basic polygons (terms 2 and 3)
Analyzes, describes, extends and creates patterns
- identifies number patterns and be able to duplicate or continue the pattern
- finds missing whole numbers on a number line to 120
- distinguishes odd and even numbers
- understands rules and patterns in multiplication (terms 2 and 3)
Works with/handles data
- uses, creates and interprets data displays (graphs, charts)
- identifies the most popular value (mode) in a data set
Applies mathematical knowledge to solve problems
- understands mathematical vocabulary and symbols
- uses a variety of strategies to solve word problems
- solves addition/subtraction number stories
- solves simple multiplication/division stories
Language Arts
Listening
Listens attentively and considerately
- shows respect for the contributions of others
- listens to directions
- listens carefully for a variety of purposes
Demonstrates understanding of what is heard
- recalls stories and other literary forms and remembers important details
- responds with relevant questions and comments
- follows multi-step directions
- recalls stories and other literary forms and remembers important details
Distinguish sounds in words
- distinguishes beginning and ending sounds
- distinguishes long and short vowel sounds
- identifies rhyming words
Speaking
Speaks clearly, with appropriate expression
Expresses ideas, knowledge, feelings and opinions, respecting the contribution of others
- expresses self clearly and concisely
- communicates with increasing confidence and detail
- tells stories and events in sequence
- uses increasing range of vocabulary
Distinguishes between questions, statements and exclamations
Speaks in complete sentences with appropriate word order
Writing
Shows confidence and a positive attitude to writing
Increasingly uses conventional spellings for common words
- applies known spelling patterns to unfamiliar words
- spells familiar words correctly
- accurately spells some high-frequency words
Writes legibly in a consistent cursive style
- uses lines appropriately
Writes in complete sentences and understands the basic structure of a sentence
- consistently uses upper and lower case letters appropriately
- uses end punctuation consistently
- understands the structure of a complete sentence
- identifies nouns and verbs
Uses appropriate capitalization, punctuation
Uses parts of the writing process to produce increasingly coherent and organized texts
- makes a simple plan
- begins to edit own work
- uses subject specific vocabulary
Writes simple narratives, journal entries, reports and recounts
- knows how to construct a simple paragraph
Reading
Approaches reading with confidence and a positive attitude
- reads and understands written directions
- chooses a variety of reading materials
- reads for information
Uses a range of reading strategies effectively to decode text
- uses context, pictures, phonic cues and word patterns to tackle unfamiliar words
Understands more complex sound-symbol relationships
- recognizes digraphs and blends
Reads texts aloud with confidence, fluency and some expression
- pays attention to punctuation to determine pace
- reads with increasing expression
Distinguishes between and uses different types of text
- recognizes fiction, non-fiction, dictionary and atlas
- alphabetizes to third letter
- finds words in a dictionary
- locates author and illustrator
- begins to use title page, table of contents and index to help locate information in a book
Read and responds appropriately to a variety of texts
- asks relevant questions
- makes meaningful comments
- remembers important details
- identifies the main idea
- summarizes and retells a story in sequential order
Work Habits and Social Development
Assumes Individual Responsibility
- follows directions and works independently
- works cooperatively in groups where appropriate
- handles transitions effectively and demonstrates self-direction
Organizes and Manages Time
- organizes property and materials appropriately
- completes classroom assignments in a timely manner
- completes homework on time reflecting classroom expectations
- arrives to school on time
Contributes to the Classroom and School community
- respects the views, values and traditions of all individuals and cultures
- interacts in a courteous and respectful manner towards others
- follows classroom and school rules and routines
Demonstrates Initiative and Purposeful Effort
- produces work that reflects best efforts
- participates actively in discussions and activities
- uses target language to the best of his/her ability
Art
Uses art materials appropriately and respectfully.
Uses the creative process to express him/herself.
Shows respect and appreciation of own and others' work.
Comprehends basic art elements.
Applies learned concepts to studio projects.
Identifies key art elements in various works of art.
Actively participates in critical analysis of various works of art in class discussions.
Applies process of critical analysis to personal work.
Uses art vocabulary appropriately.
Music
Sings with increasing control, confidence and expression
Listens and recognizes targeted characteristics in music
Plays rhythm and melody instruments with increasing accuracy
Reads notation with increasing complex patterns
Writes notation with increasing complex patterns
Moves with expression and participates in choreographed dances
Acquires knowledge of music terminology and history
Physical Education
Demonstrates relevant aspects of the learner profile and attitudes.
- respects the instructions, others, the materials and the rules
- is creative and shows original ideas
- shows enthusiasm and focus on the task at hand
- cooperates with a partner or group
- reflects on own performance and performance of others
- demonstrates good listening skills
- demonstrates curiosity in learning
- starts to develop confidence
- shows ability to work independently
Applies rules of games and activities consistently and fairly (term 1 only)
Recognizes different types of games and what they have in common (term 1 only)
Creates his/her own simple games and teaches them to a partner or small group (term 1 only)
Performs a range of gymnastics movements with control and coordination (term 2 only)
Performs a variety of throwing, catching and striking skills (term 2 only)
Uses different techniques for passing, catching, controlling, dribbling, kicking and shooting the ball in a variety of invasion games (terms 2 and 3)
Performs a variety of techniques for sending an object over the net (terms 2 and 3)
Sends and receives various objects with control and accuracy to keep possession and score 'goals' (term 2 only)
Experiments with different invasion games adopting basic defending and attacking roles as required (term 2 only)
Experiments, develops and demonstrates a range of simple jumping, throwing and running techniques (term 3 only)
Experiments and develops a range of dancing movements from different genres to express feelings, energy and attitude, at times observing and copying a partner (term 3 only)
Experiments and develops a range of pantomime and circus skills to perform a small show (term 3 only)