Lower School Curriculum Overview, Mathematics, Cont. The Second Grade Mathematics Curriculum includes basic knowledge of addition, subtraction. Addition and subtraction extend to include regrouping and understanding place value to the hundreds of thousands. Skills are introduced in a variety of ways including visual and manipulative. Constant review is an integral part of this curriculum.
Problem solving is simplified using manipulatives as a base.
The concept of time and measurement are dealt with on a daily basis and extended through social studies and science. Grade Two uses Mathematics Plus by Harcourt Brace as the primary text. Students begins on Level Two. The corresponding manipulative experiences aid in the development and mastery of the skills needed to move on to third grade. Appropriate computer software, mathematics based learning centers, and teacher prepared materials are used to supplement and extend the basic program.