Monday, May 14, 2012

Summer Fun

I can't believe it is already time to start thinking about summer activities. Here are a few really fun learning activities to work on over the summer.

Logic Problems are a great way for learner to creatively solve problems. Logic Link Book is a great resource. The best part...the activities are hands on, so you can use them again and again!

Another fun brain puzzle is Analogy Challenges. Here is a link to a few problems. You may need to get beginner and the next step as

Summer Reading List. Reading is it own best medicine. As 2nd grader, your child will be working on comprehension, fluency, and expression while reading. Here is a list from a library in New Jersey but the book list is great! 2nd Grade Book List  Don't forget to check out the Frisco Public Library for summer activities and programs!

Use this link to find printable dots cards. (Called BLM: Dot Cards 3-8) These dot cards are a great way to practice number senses, addition and subtraction facts, and subitizing (aka breaking apart numbers).


See this video for an example of how we use dot cards in the classroom.

Thanks Dasha for being a good sport and letting me video your thinking.