Second Grade- Reading: Comprehension, Decoding, Spelling, and Phonics
In this ongoing class, students will participate in reading books and learn comprehension strategies, decoding skills, spelling, and phonics strategies.
Shannon Kirk, B.A.Ed., M.A.T.L., & NBCT
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(52)
What's included
2 live meetings
1 in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 2
In this interactive class, we will learn 2-3 sight words a week, read a story, learn comprehension strategies, and practice decoding skills. To develop decoding and spelling skills, we will also practice writing, reading, and playing with words. During these lessons, your child will have an opportunity to read, write, and learn. Your child will refine reading and decoding strategies. Students will have plenty of opportunities to participate. I have over 20 years of experience teaching elementary students to refine their reading skills. Students should be able to read first-grade passages, decode short vowel and long vowel words, and know at least 100 sight words. August 24th Read a Fictional Text: Anna and the Magic Coat by Ruth Siburt Comprehension Skill: Building Background Knowledge Decoding and Spelling: Multi-syllabic words Phonics: -ur words August 31st Read a Nonfiction Text: I Love City Parks by Katherine Burdick Comprehension Skill: Building Background and Connecting to Prior Knowledge Decoding and Spelling: Multi-syllabic words Phonics: -ar words September 7th Read a Fictional Text: The Empty Pot by Betty Yee Comprehension Skill: Retelling Decoding and Spelling: Multi-syllabic words Phonics: -er words August 14th Read a Nonfiction Text: Blackbeard the Pirate by Kate Follett Comprehension Skill: Visualizing Decoding and Spelling: Multi-syllabic words Phonics: -ir words Please note: ***This class will focus on reading levels J-P. These books will contain sight words and story words that are being introduced, picture support, and multiple lines of text on each page. *** Levels A-C are on an approximate Kindergarten level. Levels D-J are approximately 1st-grade levels. *** If you are unsure of your child's approximate reading level, I have a "What Is My Reading Level?" course that I can set up for your child. Please request a time using the link below: https://outschool.com/classes/what-is-my-reading-level-LJ2kRSIj?usid=SBagWqWg&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link
Learning Goals
Students will be introduced to and learn new story words and sight words.
Students will practice decoding and using meaning to read.
Students will work with vowel pairs, prefixes, and suffixes to decode new words.
Students will work on comprehension strategies to help solidify understanding of texts.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
5.0
52reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
South Carolina Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from Nova Southeastern University
My name is Ms. Shannon, and I am so thrilled to be a teacher on Outschool.
My Courses:
I offer various classes including, but not limited to:
First Grade Reading, Kindergarten Reading, Phonics, Sight Words, Beginning Writing, and Private Tutoring. I also offer private reading assessments and tutoring 1:1. I can help you determine what level your child is reading on and help you create a plan for progress. If you don't see an active class available, feel free to reach out and request a time.
My Professional Background:
I obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from UNCW in 1996. I am a licensed teacher in the areas of Early Childhood (ages 3-8), Elementary Education (ages 8-12), and a Reading Specialist. I also hold an NBCT (National Board Certified Teacher) license and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certificate. I have over 25 years of teaching experience and have been teaching online since 2020.
I currently homeschool two of my three children and work from home.
My Teaching Philosophy:
I believe meeting a student where they are is essential to help them learn successfully. I offer a differentiated style to allow all learners an opportunity to participate. I believe in a multi-sensory approach to learning. I want all children to love reading and learning in general. I am passionate about children gaining confidence in their abilities and feeling successful.
Fun Facts:
*I have a husband and three children.
*We frequently travel due to my husband's job.
*I enjoy traveling, reading, and spending time with my family.
*I love teaching children.
Thank you for stopping by and I hope to see you soon!Reviews
Live Group Class
$35
weekly ($18 per class)2x per week
30 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-9
3-6 learners per class
