The standards for students in second grade focus on the concept of the neighborhood. Instruction centers on ways individuals and groups address human needs and concerns.
Students learn vocabulary as it relates to citizenship and the neighborhood.
They learn the concepts of self-control, fairness, and leadership. They also explore the impact of language, art, music, and cultural elements on global understanding. Explain actions citizens can take to influence policy. Describe cultural customs of specific holiday celebrations. Relate how people from various cultures make contributions to communities.