Grade 2 Curriculum
Building Foundations & Early Primary Development
Grade 2 builds upon the foundation established in Grade 1, encouraging students to develop deeper understanding, critical thinking skills, and greater independence in their learning journey through engaging, developmentally appropriate activities.
Grade 2 Key Milestones & Development Focus
Academic Milestones
- Basic literacy and numeracy development
- Social and emotional skill building
- Curiosity and exploration encouragement
- Foundation for future learning
Assessment Focus Areas
- Play-based learning assessment
- Observation and documentation
- Hands-on activity evaluation
- Social interaction development
Language Arts
Communication and literacy development through listening, speaking, reading, and writing
Curriculum Strands
Key Focus Areas
- Phonics and word recognition skills
- Simple sentence writing and structure
- Oral communication and storytelling
Sample Learning Outcomes
- Read simple texts with increasing fluency and comprehension
- Write simple sentences and short paragraphs with proper spacing
Mathematics
Numerical reasoning and problem solving with basic mathematical concepts
Curriculum Strands
Key Focus Areas
- Numbers to 100 and place value
- Addition and subtraction within 20
- Simple patterns and sequences
Sample Learning Outcomes
- Count, read, and write numbers to 100
- Add and subtract single-digit numbers fluently
Science
Inquiry-based exploration of living things, materials, and simple scientific concepts
Curriculum Strands
Key Focus Areas
- Animal and plant characteristics and needs
- Properties of everyday materials
- Push, pull, and simple movements
Sample Learning Outcomes
- Identify basic needs of living things and their habitats
- Describe properties of common materials (hard, soft, rough, smooth)
Social Studies
Understanding family, community, and basic concepts about the world around us
Curriculum Strands
Key Focus Areas
- Family structures and community helpers
- Simple maps and basic directions
- Changes over time in families and communities
Sample Learning Outcomes
- Describe roles of family members and community helpers
- Use simple maps to locate familiar places
Grade 2 Additional Resources
Supporting materials and tools for Grade 2 education
Assessment Tools
Play-based assessment tools and observation methods for Grade 2 developmental standards
Teacher Resources
Hands-on activities and developmentally appropriate teaching strategies for Grade 2 educators
Parent Guides
Resources to help parents support their Grade 2 students' early learning and development
Curriculum Download
Download PDF versions of Grade 2 curriculum documents and teaching materials