Welcome to our second-grade class! As we continue our magical journey of learning, inspired by the Waldorf approach, our focus will remain on nurturing each child's academic and creative growth.

Our curriculum, as carefully crafted as ever, entwines the magic of nature, the arts, and the sciences. It offers a rich and dynamic learning experience that lets children explore the natural world, awaken their artistic abilities, and grasp the interconnectedness of all knowledge.

Neatly arranged into 10 blocks, each lasting 2-4 weeks, our curriculum focuses on essential subjects like language arts, mathematics, and nature studies. Throughout the year, your child will delve into a range of engaging topics such as mythical stories, algorithms, and the marvels of nature.

In line with Waldorf tradition, we believe in teaching in blocks. This unique approach enables learners to deeply engage with a single subject for an extended period, typically two to four weeks, before transitioning to another subject. Block teaching not only enhances depth of learning but also integrates core subjects like math, language arts, social studies, and science into every block.

This holistic method helps learners see the interconnections between different subjects, fostering a deeper understanding of the world around them. By the end of each block, children will have gained comprehensive knowledge of the topic, along with valuable skills and insights that can be applied to other areas of their learning journey and their lives.

We provide ample opportunities for learners to fully immerse themselves in their studies, supporting deep and meaningful engagement with each subject. We're excited to embark on this new phase of our educational journey with your child!

BLOCK OVERVIEW

1. Tales of the Wise: Exploring Fables and their Lessons

This block introduces students to the enchanting world of fables, focusing on their rich narratives and moral lessons. Through reading and discussion, students will identify key themes, develop vocabulary, and engage in creative writing activities that correlate with the fables' teachings.

2. Crunching Numbers: Discovering the Four Processes

In this mathematics block, students will gain proficiency in the four basic operations: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Through practical exercises and story problems, they will enhance their computational skills and understanding of arithmetic processes.

3. The Art of Writing: From Form Drawing to Cursive Writing

This block is dedicated to developing writing skills, from form drawing to fluent cursive writing. Students will also learn about sentence structure, grammar, and punctuation to improve their written communication.

4. Understanding our Numbers: Exploring Place Value

Students will delve into the concept of place value, learning to comprehend and use units, tens, hundreds, and thousands. They will engage in activities that solidify their understanding of the numerical value and its role in addition and subtraction.

5. Heroes of the Past: Learning from Noble Legends

This block takes students through historical narratives, focusing on individuals who have made significant contributions to society. It will enhance their reading comprehension, critical thinking, and ability to draw insights from the past.

6. Solving Problems with Stories: Story Problems & Problem Solving

This block is centered around applying mathematical concepts to solve story problems. Students will develop strategies for tackling complex problems and learn to apply their math skills in diverse scenarios.

7. The Wonders of the Earth

Here, students will explore the physical geography of Earth. They will learn about continents, oceans, and various geographical features through map-drawing, discussions, and hands-on projects.

10. The Logic of Algorithms: Diving Deeper into Processes

Students will explore the foundational concepts of algorithms and logical thinking. This block will involve problem-solving exercises and activities that enhance their understanding of sequential reasoning in mathematics.

9. Legends of the World: Folklore of Historic People

In this block, students will read and discuss folklore from various cultures. They will analyze stories for cultural and moral understanding, develop their reading comprehension, and engage in creative writing exercises.

10. Life in the Wild

This block focuses on the animal kingdom, differentiating between warm-blooded and cold-blooded animals. Students will engage in activities that include drawing, discussions, and writing exercises to deepen their understanding of animal biology and habitats.


FULL YEAR DATES

2nd September 2024 - Tales of the Wise: Exploring Fables and their Lessons (4 weeks)

30th September 2024 - Crunching Numbers: Discovering the Four Processes (4 weeks)

28th October 2024 - The Art of Writing: From Form Drawing to Cursive Writing (3 weeks)

18th November 2024 - Understanding our Numbers: Exploring Place Value (4 weeks)

6th January 2025 -  Heroes of the Past: Learning from Noble Legends (4 weeks)

3rd February 2025 - Solving Problems with Stories: Story Problems & Problem Solving (4 weeks)

3rd March 2025 - The Wonders of the Earth: Nature Studies - Continents and Oceans (2 weeks)

24th March 2025 - Legends of the World: Folklore of Historic People (4 weeks)

21st April 2025 - The Logic of Algorithms: Diving Deeper into Processes (4 weeks)

12th May  2025 - Life in the Wild: A Study of Warm-Blooded and Cold-Blooded Animals (2 weeks)

26th May 2025 - Art Week: Mini Visual Arts Projects (1 week)



BREAKS

Fall Break: Week of 25th November 2024

End of Year Break: 23rd December 2024 - 30th December 2024

Spring Break: 10th March 2025

Program Ends - 5th June 2025

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS

At the beginning of each block children will be provided with a set of Main Lesson Book focussed homework assignments based on the current block and previous learning. Although this is optional, we do recommend that children complete the homework in order to strengthen classroom learning.

If completed homework is sent to the teacher you will receive feedback.

INCLUSIVITY

This is an inclusive class, meaning children of all abilities are welcome. If a learner is unable to communicate verbally they are welcome to use the chat. If your child has any other needs that require accommodations please let me know and we will work together to make sure your child gets the best class experience possible.