2nd+Math

Mrs. Ryks 2nd Grade Math Site {Saxon Math}  

Each day your child will participate in a wide variety of mathematics activities. Your child will learn through hands-on experiences, discussions, and exploration. The new learning will be reinforced through carefully considered practice.

Our day begins with The Meeting. This is a time when we practice a wide variety of everyday skills. The children answer questions about the calendar, a daily number or shape pattern, the temperature, the attendance graph, time, and money. A "Student of the Day" assists with special tasks.

The next part of Math 2 is The Lesson. During The Lesson a new concept is presented through discussion and an activity. Concepts ans skills in Math 2 include computation, problem-solving strategies, pattern identification, measurement, geometry, money, time, fractions, graphs, and charts.

Number facts are introduced using fact strategies. We will practice the same facts for 5 days using fact cards and fact sheets. Your child will also practice the number facts at home.

Assessment of your child's progress occurs every five lessons. Each written assessment includes skills your child has been practicing throughout the year. We will strive for 80 percent mastery on all assessments. Any missed objectives will be reviewed and retaught. During our conferences, I will share with you my observations about your child's progress.

Please contact me if you have any questions about the program or your child"s progress.