2nd Grade: Math CALIFORNIA CONTENT-STANDARD CHECKLIST

Student Name: ___________________________ Student Number: ___________________

General Standard	Sub-Standard	Standard Notation	Standard Description	Planned (X)	Date Mastered
NUMBER SENSE (NS)	1.0 Numbers up to 1,000	2.NS.1.1	Count, read, and write whole numbers to 1,000 & ID the place value for each digit
		2.NS.1.2	Use words, models, and expanded forms to represent numbers to 1,000
		2.NS.1.3	Order and compare whole numbers to 1,000 by using the symbols <, =, >
	2.0 Add and subtract two- & three-digit numbers	2.NA.2.1	Understand and use the inverse relationship between addition and subtraction
		2.NS.2.2	Find the sum or difference of two whole numbers up to three digits long
		2.NS.2.3	Use mental arithmetic to find the sum or difference of two-two-digit numbers
	3.0 Multiplication and Division	2.NS.3.1	Use repeated addition, arrays, and counting by multiples to do multiplication
		2.NS.3.2	Use repeated subtraction, equal sharing, and forming equal groups with remainders to do division
		2.NS.3.3	Know the mult. tables of 2s, 5s, and 10s (to times 10) and commit them to memory
	4.0 Fractions and Decimals	2.NS.4.1	Recognize, name, and compare unit fractions from1/12 to ½
		2.NS.4.2	Recognize fractions of a whole and parts of a group (e.g., ¼ of a pie)
		2.NS.4.3	Know that when all fractional parts are included, the result is equal to the whole and to one
	5.0 Adding and subtracting money	2.NS.5.1	Solve problems using combinations of coins and bills
		2.NS.5.2	Know and use the decimal notation and the dollar and cent symbols for money
	6.0 Estimation	2.NS.6.1	Recognize when an estimate is reasonable in measurement (e.g., closest inch)
ALGEBRA AND FUNCTIONS (AF)	1.0 Number relationships for add and sub.	2.AF.1.1	Commutative and associative rules to simplify mental calcs.and to check results
		2.AF.1.2	Relate problem situations to number sentences involving addition and subtraction
		2.AF.1.3	Solve add and sub probs using data from simple charts, picture graphs, & # sentences
MEASUREMENT AND GEOMETRY (MG)	1.0 Units of Measurements	2.MG.1.1	Measure the lengths of objects by iterating a nonstandard or standard unit
		2.MG.1.2	Use different units to measure the same object and predict whether the measure will be greater or smaller when a different unit is used
		2.MG.1.3	Measure the length of an object to the nearest inch and/or centimeter
		2.MG.1.4	Tell time to the nearest quarter hour and know relationships of time
		2.MG.1.5	Determine the duration of intervals of time in hours
	2.0 Common figures	2.MG.2.1	Plane and solid geometric shapes (number and shape of faces, edges, and vertices)
		2.MG.2.2	Put shapes together and take them apart to form other shapes
STATISTICS, DATA ANALYSIS, AND PROBABILITY (SDP)	1.0 Simple graphs and charts	2.SDP.1.1	Record numerical data in systematic ways, keeping track of what has been counted
		2.SDP.1.2	Represent the same data set in more than one way (e.g., bar graphs & tally charts)
		2.SDP.1.3	Identify features of data sets (range and mode)
		2.SDP.1.4	Ask and answer simple questions related to data representations
	2.0 Patterns	2.SDP.2.1	Recognize, describe, and extend patters and determine a next term in linear patterns
		2.SDP.2.2	Solve problems involving simple number patterns
MATHEMATICAL REASONING (MR)	1.0 Setting up problems	2.MR.1.1	Determine the approach, materials, and strategies to be used to solve a problem
		2.MR.1.2	Use tools, such as manipulatives or sketches, to model problems
	2.0 Solve problems and justify reasoning	2.MR.2.1	Defend the reasoning used and justify the procedures selected
		2.MR.2.2	Make precise calculations and check the validity of the results in the context of the problem
	3.0 Connections	2.MR.3.1	Note connections between one problem and another

2nd Grade: English-Language Arts (page 1 of 2) CALIFORNIA CONTENT-STANDARD CHECKLIST

Student Name: ____________________ Student Number: _______________________

General Standard	Sub-Standard	Standard Notation	Standard Description	Planned (X)	Date Mastered
READING (“R”)	1.0 Word Analysis, Fluency, and Systematic Vocabulary Development	2.R.1.1	Recognize & use knowledge of spelling patterns (e.g., diphthongs, spec vowels) when reading
		2.R.1.2	Apply knowledge of basic syllabication rules when reading (e.g., vowel-consonant-vowel = su/per; vowel-consonant/consonant-vowel=sup/per
		2.R.1.3	Decode two-syllable nonsense words and regular multisyllable words
		2.R.1.4	Recognize common abbreviations (e.g., Jan., Sun., Mr., St.)
		2.R.1.5	Identify & correctly use regular plurals (e.g., -s, -es, ies) and irregular plurals (e.g., y/ies, e/ve)
		2.R.1.6	Read aloud fluently and accurately and with appropriate intonation and expression
		2.R.1.7	Understand and explain common antonyms and synonyms
		2.R.1.8	Use knowledge of individual words in unknown compound words to predict their meaning
		2.R.1.9	Know the meaning of simple prefixes and suffixes (e.g., over-, un-, -ing, -ly)
		2.R.1.10	Identify simple multiple-meaning words
	2.0 Reading Comprehension (by Grade 4, read ½ million words annually)	2.R.2.1	Use titles, tables of content, and chapter headings to locate information in expository text
		2.R.2.2	State the purpose in reading (i.e., tell what information is sought)
		2.R.2.3	Use knowledge of the author’s purpose(s) to comprehend informational text
		2.R.2.4	Ask clarifying questions about essential textual elements of exposition (e.g., why, what if)
		2.R.2.5	Restate facts and details in the text to clarify and organize ideas
		2.R.2.6	Recognize cause-and-effect relationships in a text
		2.R.2.7	Interpret information from diagrams, charts, and graphs
		2.R.2.8	Follow two-step written directions
	3.0 Literary Response and Analysis	2.R.3.1	Compare and contrast plots, settings, and characters presented by different authors
		2.R.3.2	Generate alternative endings to plots and identify the reason or reasons for, and the impact of, the alternatives
		2.R.3.3	Compare and contrast different versions of the same stories that reflect different cultures
		2.R.3.4	Identify the use of rhythm, rhyme, and alliteration in poetry
WRITING (W)	1.0 Writing Strategies	2.W.1.1	Group related ideas and maintain a consistent focus
		2.W.1.2	Create readable documents with legible handwriting
		2.W.1.3	Understand the purposes of various reference materials (e.g., dictionary, thesaurus, atlas)
		2.W.1.4	Revise original drafts to improve sequence and provide more descriptive detail
	2.0 Writing Applications (Genres & Their Characteristics)	2.W.2.1 a, b	Write brief narratives based on their experience: a. move through a logical sequence of events b. describe the setting, characters, objects, and events in detail
		2.W.2.2	Write a friendly letter complete with the date, salutation, body, closing, and signature
WRITTEN AND ORAL LANGUAGE (L)	1.0 Written and Oral Language	2.L.1.1	Distinguish between complete and incomplete sentences
		2.L.1.2	Recognize and use the correct word order in written sentences
		2.L.1.3	ID and correctly use various parts of speech, including nouns and verbs, in writing & speaking
		2.L.1.4	Use commas in the greeting and closure of a letter and with dates and items in a series
		2.L.1.5	Use quotation marks correctly
		2.L.1.6	Cap proper nouns, beginning of sentences & greetings, months/days & peoples titles & initials
		2.L.1.7	Spell frequently used, irregular words correctly (e.g., was, were, says, said, who, what, why)
		2.L.1.8	Spell basic short-vowel, long-vowel, r-controlled, and consonant-blend patterns correctly

2nd grade English-Language Arts (page 2 of 2) CALIFORNIA CONTENT-STANDARD CHECKLIST

Student name: ____________________ Student Number: ___________________

General Standard	Sub-Standard	Standard Notation	Standard Description	Planned (X)	Date Mastered
LISTENING & SPEAKING (LS)	1.0 Listening and Speaking Strategies	2.LS.1.1	Determine the purpose or purposes of listening (e.g., to obtain information, to solve problems, for enjoyment)
		2.LS.1.2	Ask for clarification and explanation of stories and ideas
		2.LS.1.3	Paraphrase information that has been shared orally by others
		2.LS.1.4	Five and follow three- and four-step oral directions
		2.LS.1.5	Organize presentations to maintain a clear focus
		2.LS.1.6	Speak clearly and at an appropriate pace for the type of communication (e.g., informal discussion, report to class)
		2.LS.1.7	Recount experiences in a logical sequence
		2.LS.1.8	Retell stories, including characters, setting, and plot
		2.LS.1.9	Report on a topic with supportive facts and details
	2.0 Speaking Applications (Genres & Their Applications)	2.LS.2.1.a	Recount experiences or present stories: Move through a logical sequence of events
		2.LS.2.1.b	Recount experiences or present stories: Describe story elements (characters, plot, setting)
		2.LS.2.2	Report on a topic with facts and details, drawing from several sources of information

2nd Grade: Science CALIFORNIA CONTENT-STANDARD CHECKLIST

Student Name: ___________________________ Student Number: __________________

General Standard	Standard Notation	Standard Description	Planned (X)	Date Mastered
PHYSICAL SCIENCE The motion of objects can be observed and measured	2.1.a	The position of an object can be described by locating it relative to another object or the background
	2.1.b	An object’s motion can be described by recording the change in its change in position over time
	2.1.c	Change how something is moving is to give it a push or a pull. The size of the change is related to the strength, or the amount of “force” of the push or pull
	2.1.d	Tools and machines are used to apply pushes or pulls (forces) to make things move
	2.1.e	Objects near the Earth fall to the ground unless something holds them up
	2.1.f	Magnets can be used to make some objects move without being touched
	2.1.g	Sound is made by vibrating objects and can be described by its pitch and volume
LIFE SCIENCE Plants and animals have predictable life cycles	2.2.a	Organisms reproduce offspring of their own kind. The offspring resemble their parents and each other
	2.2.b	The sequential stages of life cycles are different for different animals, for example, butterflies, frogs, and mice
	2.2.c	Many characteristics of an organism are inherited from the parents, but others result from the influence of the environment
	2.2.d	There is variation among individuals of one kind within a population
	2.2.e	Light, gravity, touch, or environmental stress can affect the germination, growth, and development of plants
	2.2.f	In plants, flowers and fruits are associated with reproduction
EARTH SCIENCE Earth is made of materials that have distinct properties and provide resources for human activities	2.3.a	Compare the physical properties of different kinds of rocks and that rock is composed of different combinations of minerals
	2.3.b	Smaller rocks come from the breakage and weathering of larger rocks
	2.3.c	Soil is made partly from weathered rock and partly from organic materials, and that soils differ in their color, texture, capacity to retain water, and ability to support the growth of many kinds of plants
	2.3.d	Fossils provide evidence about the plants and animals that lived long ago and that scientists learn about the past history of Earth by studying fossils
	2.3.e	Rock, water, plants, and soil provide many resources including food, fuel, and building materials that humans use
INVESTIGATION AND EXPERIMENTATION Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and conducting careful investigations. (relates to three other standards)	2.4.a	Make predications based on patterns of observation rather than random guessing
	2.4.b	Measure length, weight, temperature, and liquid volume with appropriate tools and express measurements in standard and/or non-standard units
	2.4.c	Compare and sort common objects based on two or more physical attributes (including color, shape, texture, size, weight)
	2.4.d	Write or draw descriptions of a sequence of steps, events and observations
	2.4.e	Construct bar graphs to record data using appropriately labeled axis
	2.4.f	Use magnifiers and microscopes to observe and draw descriptions of small objects or small features of the objects
	2.4.g	Follow oral instructions for a scientific investigation

2nd grade: History-Social Science: People Who Make a Difference CALIFORNIA CONTENT-STANDARD CHECKLIST

Student Name: ____________________ Student Number: __________________

General Standard	Standard Notation	Standard Description	Planned (X)	Date Mastered
2.1 Differentiate between things that happened long ago and yesterday	2.1.1	Trace the history of a family through the use of primary and secondary sources including artifacts, photographs, interviews, and documents
	2.1.2	Compare and contrast their daily lives with those of parents and grandparents
	2.1.3	Place important events in their lives in order in which they occurred (e.g., on a timeline or story board)
2.2 Map skills-locations of people, places, and environments	2.2.1	Locate on a simple letter-number grid system the specific locations and geographic features in their neighborhood or community (e.g., map the classroom, the school)
	2.2.2	Label a simple map from memory of the North American continent, including the countries, oceans, Great Lakes, major rivers, mountain ranges; identifying the essential map elements of title, legend, directional indicator, scale, and date
	2.2.3	Locate on a map where their ancestors live(d), describing when their family moved to the local community, and describing how and why they made the trip
	2.2.4	Compare and contrast basic land use in urban, suburban, and rural environments in California
2.3 Governments in U.S. and other countries	2.3.1	Explain how the United States and other countries make laws, carry out laws, determine if laws have been violated and punish wrongdoers
	2.3.2	Describe the ways in which groups and nations interact with one another and try to resolve problems (e.g., trade, cultural contacts, treaties, diplomacy, military force)
2.4 Basic economic concepts	2.4.1	Describe food production and consumption long ago and today including the role of farmers, processors, distributors, weather, and land and water resources
	2.4.2	Understand the role and interdependence of buyers (consumers) and sellers (producers) of goods and services
	2.4.3	Understand how limits on resources require people to choose what to produce and what to consume
2.5 Individual action and character	2.5	Understand the importance of individual action and character and explain how heroes from long ago and the recent past make a difference in others’ lives (e.g., biographies of Abraham Lincoln, Louis Pasteur, Sitting Bull, George Washington Carver, Marie Curie, Albert Einstein, Golda Meir, Jackie Robinson, Sally Ride)