April 11, 2022
Dear Parents/Guardians:

            This fall your child will be entering second grade.  I am recommending that your child should master by the start of second grade the attached list of sight words.  Your child should be able to read as well spell these words.
 
            It is important to have your child read over the summer. Have them choose books that interest them. Encouraging your child to read for fifteen or more minutes each day will greatly improve their skills and confidence in reading. Below are some recommendations of some great book series for your incoming second grader.  

A to Z Mysteries
Magic Treehouse
Henry and Mudge
Frog and Toad
Junie B. Jones
I Survived
Who Would Win
Owl Diaries
The Puppy Place
 
 
            Let’s not forget those math skills.  Use flashcards to practice addition and subtraction facts to 20.  Math facts should be memorized.  Counting on their fingers is discouraged.  ABCya and Math Playground are fun websites to practice these facts in a game setting.  Take advantage of opportunities for your child to count change and begin to tell time during the summer months.  Look for patterns wherever you may be. These will be beneficial to your child’s learning in 2^nd grade.
 
Enjoy the summer.  I look forward to meeting you in the fall.
 
 
                                                                                   
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