Collecting Information Using Tools

This week we are learning how to collect scientific information using rulers, meter sticks, measuring cups, clocks, thermometers, and balances.

See how well you can read centimeters and inches with this educational game.

What do you know about thermometers? In this website you will learn everything you ever wanted to know about thermometers and more.

In science you sometimes have to record times for observations. Review your clock skills with this interactive clock game.

Living Organisms and Nonliving Objects

This week we are learning the difference between living organisms and nonliving objects. The characteristics of a living organism are:
Living things are made of cells.
Living things obtain and use energy.
Living things grow and develop.
Living things reproduce.
Living things respond to their environment.
Living things adapt to their environment.

To be considered living, an object must have ALL of the characteristics.



Help your child distinguish between living and nonliving by playing this sorting game. Some things may be tricky but review the characteristics of living organisms and you should do great!



Think you know everything there is to know about the difference between living and nonliving organisms? Try this game Have fun!


Lets see how many living things you can spot with this game. Keep in mind all the characteristics of living organisms. Good luck!

Plants

Hi parents. This week we have been studying plants. We have learned to label the different plant parts.

Here is an activity where you can learn the life cycle of a plant, as well as, the parts of a plant. Enjoy!

We eat different parts of plants. Lean which parts of plants are edible. You might be surprised what you learn!

What do plants need to grow and survive? Plants need soil, sunlight, and water. See if you can help make plants grow and be healthy.

The Water Cycle

This week your child has been learning about the water cycle. The steps in the water cycle are: evaporation, precipitation, condensation, transpiration, surface runoff, and accumulation.

You can test your water cycle vocabulary. You will need to unscramble words to finish sentences. Hope you have a blast!

Control your own water cycle! You can control the rain, water vapor, water storage, and clouds in this interactive game. Have fun learning!

Follow Droplet as he travels through the water cycle. Help him get back into the clouds while avoiding obstacles and enemies. Safe traveling!

Welcome

Hello Parents! I am so excited to be able to share with you what your children are learning about in class. I hope this is helpful to you and that you and your child will be able to learn together and have fun together!

2nd grade TEKS:
http://www.tea.state.tx.us/teks/