Elementary MathSummer 2020

Choice Board Activities

Grade 2

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Choice Board Summer 2020 

Grade 2  

  Math  CCC (Reading and Writing)  Science/Social Studies 

Power Standard: 

I can add or subtract within 1,000 and justify my answer.  

I can retell a story's beginning, middle and end and determine the main idea, lesson or moral. 

Ask questions, make observations and gather information about a situation people want to change to define a simple problem that can be solved through the development of a new or improved object or tool. 

Activity #1  

 

Go here to practice your subtraction skills: Superhero Subtraction  

Watch the video on 5 finger retell: https://youtu.be/RxkY4R4bjbk Read a book - video yourself telling your teacher what you read using the 5 finger retell. 

Watch the video Making Observations 

Activity #2  

 

Using a deck of cards (or 2 sets of numbers 0-9 written as flash cards) - turn over top two and write down the number it makes - do the same with the next two. Add the numbers - repeat 5 times. Do the same but subtract the numbers - repeat 5 times.   

Read a story - use the 5 W’s (who, what, when, where, why/how) to retell the beginning, middle, and end of your story. 

Take two pieces of fruit. Using your five senses (taste, smell, see, hear, feel) make observations that describe each fruit. Explain how they are alike, and how they are different. Toma dos frutas. Usando tus 5 sentidos, nota como son. Explique cómo son similares y no similares. 

Activity #3  

 

Go to the website to practice adding and subtracting. https://www.splashlearn.com/common-core-math/third-grade/number-and-operations-in-base-ten/2   

Watch the following videos and use the graphic organizer to write the beginning, middle and end of the story. Intro... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKAYXhIWcvE Story... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u68LgBCY2Wg 

Watch the video below. Create your own demonstration at home.  https://www.exploratorium.edu/video/how-does-soap-inactivate-coronaviruses  

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Activity #4   

Using your favorite cereal as counters, create addition and subtraction number sentences using the following digits (i.e. 139+864)  

 

1, 3, 9, 8, 6, 4 

 

Read/reread a fictional text. What was the lesson/moral of the story (i.e. don't be a copycat, love wins, etc.) ?  

How can we help the Earth? Set up a recycling bin or think of another way to take care of the Earth’s resources.  Recycle/reuse as many cans, bottles, books, aluminum, and newspapers that you can. You can even turn that old t-shirt into a cleaning rag. Create a plan to recycle/reuse household objects.        

 2nd Grade Specials Activities 

 

Art  CIRCLE MAGIC! Make a circle art using items around your home. STEPS: 1) find circle items around the house – coins, lids, canned food, soda caps or anything circular. Make sure and ask permission before you use something. 2) Get a piece of paper and draw a circle around your item.  3) Draw different size circles.  4) You can draw circle patterns, you can overlap your circles, you can make planets and moons. 5) Color in your circles with crayons, colored pencils. You can also shade your circles with  a pencil some lighter or darker.   

Music  Trace, print, or draw the notes below. Think of creative ways to color the notes that will help you remember the name of each note.   

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 Here is a fun video you can watch too! https://youtu.be/VTmk_ADNOgg  

PE  Each day be PHYSICALLY active for at least 60 minutes. This could be 1 block of 60 minutes or broken up into 2 or 3 blocks of time. Go to http://www.spnpe.com/CompassPE.html Find 2-3 Physical Activities that you enjoy doing and participate for 60 minutes each day.  

Create a “Daily Physical Activity Log” and write down your Physical Activities and the minutes you participated for each day. Keep this information in your “PE Portfolio”. You may also use any equipment that you may have at home. Activities can include: Jumping Rope, Fitness Workouts, Dance videos, Yoga, Basketball Dribbling Skills, etc.  

“Play 60” minutes, Stay Fit and Have Fun!! 

Library  2.W.2.C - Create an acrostic math poem in the Acrostic Poems App available in Self Service. 

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Choice Board Summer 2020 

Grade 2    

  Math  CCC  Science/Social Studies 

Power Standard: 

I can solve 1 step addition and subtraction word problems within 100. I can also write equations to solve word problems for any unknown number.  

I can explain the main idea and supporting details in math books, and open ended word problems.. 

2.ETS1.C.1: Analyze data from tests of two objects designed to solve a problem to compare the strengths and weaknesses of how each performs. 

Activity #1  

Watch the Khan Academy video about 1 step addition and subtraction word problems. https://youtu.be/fGok2nHOjnI  Solve these problems:  1. Nick went to the zoo and saw 7 

elephants and 3 monkeys. Write an equation to solve.  

2. Sam had 10 pieces of gum and gave away some. He had 2 left. Write an equation to solve.  

3. Amayah put 12 blue beads on a necklace. Then she put 4 red beads. Write an equation to solve. 

Write your own word problem and teach how you would solve it to a family member or friend!  

  How do ramps (inclined plane) affect the speed of a rolling ball?  Watch this video: (If you need to log in, your username is your email and password is your email password) https://google.discoveryeducation.com/learn/player/97602691-4508-477e-bc0e-069a0b9d2033  1.Design 2 kinds of ramps-one that is “steeper” than the other- predict which one will roll the ball faster 2. Test #1 out- put 2 books underneath one side of the ramp and roll a ball 3. Test #2 out- put 4 books under.  Repeat and record  

Record your observations 

Activity #2  

Roll 2 dice and write the number down. Roll the dice again to get a second set of numbers. Write an equation for the number sets using the add/sub symbol. Do this until you have 4 addition and 4 subtraction problems. Write your equation and solution down on a piece 

Read your favorite math book with a family member, when you're finished, discuss the  

1. Setting and Characters in the book 

2. The Main Idea 3. Three Supporting Details 4. Why this is your favorite book. 

Design 2 paper airplanes that are either different styles or different types of paper. Test each airplane for flight range from different distances. Record your information on a piece of paper. Keep data for at least 4 flight trials.  

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of paper and submit in Google Classroom. 

Activity #3  

Watch the video about one-step word problems. Then solve the problems by writing an equation.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7mi24ClSMw 1. Hanna has 13 blue beads and 15 red beads? How many beads does Hannah have? Write an equation and solve the problem.  2. Rick has 24 stickers. He gave 13 stickers away. How many stickers does he have left?  Write an equation and solve the problem.   

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Read a nonfiction book to your parents/someone for ten minutes. 

1. Write the main idea of what you read today. 

2. Write 3-5 supporting details. 3. Draw your favorite part of 

what you read.  

Watch the video on solids & Liquids https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbfloBQnpK8  Ice and More Ice Materials: Ice cubes, 2 large bowls,  2 large paper cups Procedure 

1. Put 1 cup inside each bowl. 2. Put an ice cube in each paper 

cup.   3. Then in the first bowl place 1 

or 2 ice cubes.  4. In the second bowl place (10 or 

more) ice cubes.  5. Watch and record the results. 6. Questions: In which of the 

cups will the ice cube melt faster? 

a. The bowl with a couple of cubes?   b. The bowl that is packed with cubes?  

Activity #4  

Tell if you would add or subtract. Then solve the problem. Use the calendar to help you out.  1.This month it was cloudy 7 days and sunny 23 days.   How many more days was it sunny then cloudy? _____.  2.Can you make a new problem? Fill in the blanks.   This month it was cloudy ____ days and sunny ____ days? How many more days was it sunny then cloudy? ___.  

  

How to build a tower of cards. Think about building a house when you think of building a tower. You will watch a video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWDnJt1McT4&list=PLLjIMx3qLk652up6K0k1Of7xfCt_G3MaN&index=5  Now let’s get started. You are going to design two towers.  Materials: deck of cards or   index cards. 

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1. For the first tower you will use 7 cards. 

a. What are you thinking will happen as you build the first tower? 

b. Before you start the tower what do you think will happen with more cards? 

2. Build the second tower using 12 cards or more? 3. Write your answers for each tower. 4. Compare the towers by telling the strengths and weaknesses of the towers. 

  

2nd Grade Specials Activities  

Art and Math  Personifying objects: Take a picture with your ipad of an ordinary object(fruit, vegetable, chair, bed, tv, etc).Then use a drawing app to draw on your picture to give it humanistic features like, eyes, mouth, nose, arms, hair, etc) Remember to share through google classroom. 

Music and Music  Find something in your house you can scrape, something you can tap, and something you can shake. Use those items to create a beat with different repeated patterns (ostinati). Rap, sing, or recite a rhythm over your beat.  

Healthy living   Do your daily stretches/warmups. Challenge a family member to do the most push ups in 30 seconds. Next challenge a family member to see who can do the most sit-up. Last, challenge a family member to a race. Keep track of how many situps and pushups you do and try to improve every day. Log all your activities and share. 

Cultural piece  Compare the cultural characteristics of regions in the state: Celebrate Culture! 4th of July & Memorial Day & Labor Day 

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Choice Board Summer 2020 

Grade 2  

  Math  CCC   CCC Science/Social Studies 

Power Standard: 

I can find combinations of coins that equal a given amount.  

I can write simple declarative, imperative, exclamatory and interrogative sentences. 

Develop a simple sketch, drawing or physical model to illustrate how the shape of an object helps it function as needed to solve a problem. 

Activity #1  Count a collection of coins. Draw a picture of the coins in two different 

ways.  

Write a letter to a friend from your class. Include the date, greeting, body, closing and signature in your letter. Tell your friend what you’ve been up to or what you miss about school. Be sure to include at least 2 questions in your letter.  

Watch the following video to see how a hummingbird eats nectar.  https://app.discoveryeducation.com/learn/videos/94076554-cde7-4566-a07e-01baff29608d/ Draw a diagram to show how the bird’s beak helps it reach the nectar.  

Activity #2  Using weekly store ads-   1.Choose 3 items, that cost different amounts, from the ads  2. Show how you can pay for each of these items two different ways.  

Think of a favorite entertainer, athlete, or any famous person that you would like to meet. Pretend that you are going to interview this person. Write 5 questions you would like to ask the person. Write 3 statements about yourself that you would like to tell them. Be sure you are writing in complete sentences using capital letters and punctuation marks. 

Think about the shape of an umbrella. How does the shape help it keep you dry? Draw a sketch to show how the shape blocks water.   

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Activity #3  1.Watch the following video… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbtmucV-U2c  2. Show 4 different ways to make $0.25  3. Show 3 different ways to make $0.10  4. Show 2 different ways to make $0.05 

https://www.flocabulary.com/unit/end-punctuation/   Flocabulary lesson, end punctuation. Complete all parts of the lesson including video, vocab cards, vocab game, read and respond, quiz, and lyric lab. 

Find a toy. Take a picture. Explain how the shape of the toy affects how the toy works. Label the picture with the important parts and shapes that help the toy work. (example: a toy car has wheels so it can roll).  

Activity #4  

1.Watch the following video… https://www.khanacademy.org/math/early-math/cc-early-math-measure-data-topic/cc-early-math-money/v/counting-american-coins  2. Show 4 ways to make $0.89 3. Show 4 ways to make $1.00 4. How many ways can you make $1.00 

Click on the link and play the sentence unscramble game. Play it twice to see if you can improve your time!  https://www.turtlediary.com/game/sentence-unscramble-second-grade.html  

Draw a picture of a plate and a cup. Compare the shapes and explain how the shape changes how they are used.  

2nd Grade Specials Activities 

Art  Create a “chair” or “table” out of items in your house. Try stacking books, cans, pillows, stuffed animals, boxes, anything! Furniture artists like Maximo Riera (makes “animal chairs”) and Gavin Munroe (his chairs are living plants) are always thinking creatively. 

Music  EP.1.A.4 Read standard rhythmic notation in 2/4, 3/4, 4/4 meter signatures with bar lines consisting of: whole note/rest, quarter note/rest, half note/rest, eighth note pairs 

Write a 12 beat rhythm using quarter notes and eighth notes . Remember both kinds of notes are ONE beat each. Choose a tempo (fast or slow) and tap a steady beat, then recite your rhythm to your beat. Perform it for someone at home or send a video to your music teacher’s Google Classroom. 

Mindfulness  Complete 3 guided dances and 1 mindfulness activity, or turn on some music and dance for 10 minutes. 

Library  2.1.W Apply a writing process to develop a text for audience and purpose. Signs of Summer are everywhere! Create a journal for the week recording what you see (flowers, weather, insects and animals). You can record your findings on paper or in the following apps on your iPad: Notes, Slides, Science Journal. Insert photos and videos to support your findings.   

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Grade 2-Challenge Activities  

Math/Science  (CCC)Comprehension  Community/Family  Specials  

Eric had 32 flowers; yellow and pink  He gave 12 yellow flowers away. How many pink flowers are left? Write your equation to solve the problem.    Add your pink flowers into the vase.     

Read a book by your favorite author. Research the author to find out more about them. Write them a letter. Some things to include in the letter: 

- Explain why you like their books 

- Ask how they got the ideas for their books 

- Ask who their favorite character they’ve created is 

- Tell them about your favorite story you’ve written 

 

Make a beautiful poster sharing a positive message and pictures to share with your neighborhood.  Hang your poster in your front window for your neighbors to enjoy!  Examples might include:   

1. Stay Safe 2. Be Safe 3. Missing You 4. We are in this together 5. Wash your hands 6. Stay inside 7. I care about you 8. Sending Love 9. I love you 

  

PE: Make up a Obstacle Course: Ideas: crawl under table, jump over pillows, zig zag through toys, make a sock shot in a basket, do 10 jumping jacks, step up on a chair then jump off. Walk backwards, do push ups, low crawl, wall push ups.  Just make it fun and safe, then record some part of the course and post it on your google classroom….Have fun, if you can go outside, also do some activities outside...Be Safe….Have Fun……. 

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You are an engineer...Use a deck of cards to build the tallest structure/house/castle possible without it falling over. If you can do one tall structure, then challenge yourself to use 2 decks of cards. (Compass)   

Pick your favorite book. Write a script explaining why the book is your favorite, and why someone else should read it. Practice your script until you feel confident saying it. Then, record your book commercial and upload it for the world to see!.

 Take pictures of what you find.  

Communicate with 3 family members, you do not live with, by telephone, text or video chat to see how they are doing during this time.

  

ART Bubble Art: Simply color bubble mix with food coloring and blow bubbles onto paper - as the bubbles land and pop, they create beautiful works of art. It goes without saying that this project is best done outdoors.  Tips: Don’t have bubble mix? Use dish soap and water. Don’t have food coloring? Have an adult take apart markers and remove ink from the tube into bubble mixture. Don’t have a bubble wand? Cut off the end of a bottle or remove both ends of a marker. 

    Write positive messages on your driveway or front porch, using chalk. If you do not have chalk, write positive messages to your family members.

   

 

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