2nd Grade Math Monsters (Ongoing Math Class for Visual Learners)

In this ongoing 2nd grade math class, students will have a visual and hands-on experience to learn the 2nd grade math common core standards. Each week we will cover a new topic. The topics will include: place value, addition, subtraction (with and without regrouping), addition and subtraction word problems, comparing numbers, even and odd numbers, money, problem solving with money, time, shapes, equal parts, and the beginning multiplication concepts with equal groups and arrays. You can find the schedule listed below. 

The classes are structured with an introduction of the lesson's topic, teacher modeling, student interaction and participation, and independent practice. Students will have the opportunity to build relationships with other learners through sharing work, creating their own problems for the class to solve, and giving and receiving constructive, positive feedback to one another. 

These classes are ideal for 2nd grade learners beginning to learn the math concepts or who need review of a particular skillset. The classes are also suitable for 1st grade learners who need extension or a challenge, or a 3rd grader in need of review. 

Extra practice handouts are provided after class. This is optional and not required to return to the teacher. 

***Learners are required to have a whiteboard and dry erase marker for class. Learners may also use a pencil and paper. ***

CLASS SCHEDULES:
Week of Feb 1: Comparing 3-digit numbers
Week of Feb 8: 2-digit and 3-digit addition using Base 10 Model (WITHOUT regrouping) 
Week of Feb 15: 2-digit and 3-digit addition using Base 10 Model and why we "carry" (WITH regrouping) 
Week of Feb 22: 2-digit and 3-digit subtraction using Base 10 Model (WITHOUT regrouping)
Week of Mar 1: 2-digit and 3-digit subtraction using Base 10 Model and why we "borrow" (WITH regrouping)
Week of Mar 8: NO CLASS
Week of Mar 15: Parts of a clock and telling time to the hour & half hour
Week of Mar 22: Telling time to 5 minutes 
Week of Mar 29: Telling time to the quarter hour
Week of Apr 5: Identify and draw 2-D shapes and discuss shape attributes 
Week of Apr 12: Quadrilaterals 
Week of Apr 19: Partition shapes into equal parts and discuss parts of a whole
Week of Apr 26: Fractions  
Week of May 3: Use Repeated Addition to find the total number in arrays (Rows and Columns)
Week of May 10: Intro to coins and counting coin combinations 
Week of May 17: Problem solving with coins and dollar bills 
Week of May 24: Bar Graphs and Picture Graphs