2nd Grade Writing Activities

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Looking for games and activities to keep your child busy? Second grade is all about real world applications - from math activities that teach about money, to games that develop reading comprehension, we've got fresh ideas to keep learning going long after the school bell rings.

The Adventures of Dad Comic

The Adventures of Dad Comic

Making Dad a comic book is a great gift for Father's Day, and one that helps them work on fine motor skills, storytelling and handwriting without raising their suspicions that they are doing actual work.

Send Dad "Fishing" for Compliments!

Send Dad "Fishing" for Compliments!

Whether or not Dad's a big fisherman, one thing is for sure: every Dad deserves compliments on his special day. So here's a family activity that guarantees a bountiful, heartwarming "catch."

Dress Up Chocolates for Mom!

Dress Up Chocolates for Mom!

This year, as you celebrate the many wonders of Mom, here's a sweet way to give your kid a little thesaurus practice.

Flower Pop-up Card for Mom

Flower Pop-up Card for Mom

Around this time of year, stores are full of Mother's Day card displays. Sure, they're fun; but there's really nothing like homemade! Here is a creative "flower pop-up" card that looks elaborate, but is really very easy for even a little kid to make.

Write a Going Green Plan

Write a Going Green Plan

Here's an authentic writing task that is perfect for Earth Day, or any day! In this activity, your child's pen becomes an instrument of planetary importance.

Write a Safety Rules Manual

Write a Safety Rules Manual

Give your child a chance to review his knowledge of safety and show off his developing writing skills at the same time by writing a safety manual to share at home.

Chart Spring Growth

Chart Spring Growth

As spring falls upon us, we are surrounded by a world of growth. Make this spring break a memorable one by creating a "growth" flower with your child where each petal gives a specific example of how much he's grown this year!

Make a Heart Map

Make a Heart Map

This Valentine's Day, why don't you try something different? Set aside the chocolates, flowers and colorful cards and see what's inside your child's heart. In this activity, your second grader will design her very own heart map to show what she's really made of.

Munchy Milano Messages for Dad

Munchy Milano Messages for Dad's Day

Here's an idea for an edible Father's Day "note" that also happens to give your second grader some practice in using a fancy new tool: the thesaurus.

Easter "Fortune" Cookies

Easter "Fortune" Cookies

Kids love the jelly beans and bunnies of the Easter season, but if you're looking for a way to inject a little extra meaning--and maybe even blend in some writing skills--we've got a creative idea for you.

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