A homework packet will be sent home each Monday to be returned each Friday. Weekly homework will consist of the following:

a. spelling sentences: students will write a sentence no shorter than 7 words in length for each spelling word. Encourage inclusion of descriptive words like adjectives and adverbs. Also, tell them to think of question words to lengthen their sentences and make them more interesting.

b.
1-2 math worksheets: please go over you child's math worksheet to check for understanding.

c.
a writing assignment: please help your child to brainstorm some writing ideas prior to doing the writing assignment. When they have finished, help them to proofread their work. I suggest writing misspelled words correctly above your child's writing. Please don't turn in "perfect work". I need to see the students' errors in order to meet their different needs.

d. studying for the spelling test each Friday

In second grade, your child should be
reading for at least 15 minutes each evening, either independently or to an adult. If I deem it necessary, or if your child needs extra motivation to read at home, I will provide you with a reading log to be completed nightly.

Lastly, I want students to be responsible for getting their homework turned in every Friday morning. Students who fail to turn in their homework will sit on the bench for the first recess on Friday. If there is a good reason for why they do not have their homework, please write me a quick note to excuse them from sitting on the bench.