Second Grade: Social and Emotional Articles

Your 2nd Grader's Social Life
If your second grader is an angel at home and a dream in the classroom, it's easy to assume that there's smooth sailing ahead. But second grade marks the time when children begin to establish a sense of identity, and it's this process that will lead to the tumultuous years ahead.

How to Talk to Your 2nd Grader
It's hard for a second grader to realize that certain sorts of phrases only escalate conflicts between friends and siblings. Here's some tips to guide them towards better communication.

Mastering Second Grade Math
Most second graders aren't begging their parents to let them do more math work at home. However, it's very important that your child continues to learn outside of school walls.

Misbehavior in Second Grade
Your second grader may have a hard time finding the right words to explain how he feels. And sometimes not knowing how to ask for what he wants can lead to acting in a less than ideal way. Here's what might be behind all that misbehaving...

Social Graces: What to Expect in 2nd Grade
When it comes to learning about manners in grade school, parents are the number one resource. Your second grader can't pluck politeness from the ether. You need to set the stage.

According to the School Psychologist: 2nd Grade
Expert advice from a school psychologist on how parents can better understand their second grader.
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- Talking in Class
- Help Your Child Understand One-to-One Correspondence
- Healthy Store-Bought Lunch Box Snacks
- Stop! It's a hexagon!
- Foster Self-Regulation Skills with Games
- Make a Dreamcatcher
- School Avoidance
- Yarn Doll Family Fun