School and Academics

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.

How a 2nd Grader Thinks
Your second grader has figured out the ins and outs of elementary school, but even though he’s practically a school pro he’s still developing mentally. What are second graders capable of understanding? Here's what one expert has to say on the topic.
Second and Third Grader: Talking Milestones
What's typical in terms of speech development for a second or third grader? Here are the milestones to look for-- from telling complete stories, to using more complex and accurate language to work with others.
2nd Grade Science: What to Expect
Second grade science teaches your child to plan and conduct simple investigations. Learn what your child should know at the beginning and end of second grade science.
Social and Emotional

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.

Physical Development Milestones: 2nd Grade
For many students second grade is a time of leaps and bounds in PE class. It 's easy to see that they are growing up and getting ready to take on bigger challenges, and it's oh so fun to watch them learn! Here's a checklist of new movement abilities that second graders are exploring.
Ain't Misbehaving
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...
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.
Milestones and Development

Reading Milestones: Second and Third Graders
By second grade, most kids are reading. But there's still a lot of growth that happens in second and third grade reading. Here are the reading milestones parents should look for, and suggestions on how they can help.

2nd Grade Math: What Happens
Second grade math starts with a review of the basics from first grade and then moves to a series of new skills. Find out what your child should know entering and ending second grade math.
2nd Grade Reading: What Happens
So, your child's reading! You're done, right? Not so fast! Things are just starting to get interesting. Learn what your child should be able to do at the beginning and end of second grade reading.
Our Essential Second Grade Gift Guide
We've looked high and low for the best toys, books, games, and gadgets to make gift-giving easy. Check out our gift guide for top picks that combine learning value, staying power, and major kid-appeal!
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