Abeka Reading - Grade 2

Description

This fast-paced program progresses quickly from decoding words phonetically to preparing students for the last reader which is a complete narrative. Students will practice reading aloud, be slowly introduced to silent reading, and engage in reading comprehension activities. Each reader is designed in large font with specific goals, and becomes progressively more challenging. Reading skills also incorporate the Abeka® Phonics Charts 6-8 (these charts are included in the readers and the teaching material. Readers progress in this order: Fun with Friends; Quests for Adventure; Across the Meadow; Wonders of Imagination; Through the Skies; Growing Up in Early America; Growing Up Around the World; Growing Up Where Jesus Lived; All Kinds of Animals; and My New Name (introduces students to a continuing story and is a prequel to My New Song—used in Abeka Grade 3 Reading,). You’ll find answers to the comprehension questions in the Reading 2 Answer Key with Literary Development and Enrichment Activities for all-in-one teacher guidance. See the Homeschool Language Arts 2 Curriculum Lesson Plans for additional information about Reading.

Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Religious Content
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.