Language Arts Common Core Standards for 2nd Grade
Reading Literature RL 2.1 Tell who, what, where, when, why, and how after reading stories RL 2.2 Retell and story RL 2.3 Tell how characters in a story respond to parts in a story RL 2.4 Describe how words/ phrases supply rhythm and meaning in a story or poem RL 2.5 Understand the beginning, middle, and end of a story RL 2.6 Tell points of view of different characters RL 2.7 Use illustrations/ words to demonstrate understanding of characters, setting, and plot. RL 2.9 Compare/ Contrast two or more versions of the same story Reading Informational Text RI 2.1 Ask and answer who, what, where, when, etc. to show understanding of key details in a text RI 2.2 Identify main idea/ topic in text RI 2.3 Describe connection between a series of historical events, scientific ideas, or steps in technical procedures in a text RI 2.4 Determine meaning of words/ phrases using context RI 2.5 Know and use text features (captions, headings, bold print) RI 2.6 Identify author's purpose (inform, explain, or describe) RI 2.7 Explain how images (diagrams) clarify a text RI 2.8 Describe how reasons support points the author makes RI 2.9 Compare/ Contrast two texts on the same topic | Foundational Skills RF 2.3 Know/apply grade-level phonics/ word analysis skills to decode words RF 2.4 Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency Language L 2.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar in writing/ speaking (plural nouns, reflexive pronouns, irregular verbs, adjectives, adverbs, complete sentences, compound sentences) L 2.2 Use correct capitalization, punctuation, and spelling in writing L 2.4 Use root words, prefixes/ suffixes, and context clues to clarify meaning of unknown words Writing (Focus will be on 3 types of writing) W 2.1 Writing to persuade (opinion w/ reasons) W 2.2 Writing to inform or teach (informatory/ explanatory) W 2.3 Writing to tell a story (narrative) In 2nd grade, the focus will be on writing complete paragraphs, with a topic sentence, supporting details, and closing sentence. Speaking and Listening Standards SL 2.1 Participate in collaborative conversations with peers following agreed-upon rules for discussions SL 2.2 Retell key ideas/ details after listening or reading SL 2.3 Ask/ answer questions about what a speaker says SL 2.4 Tell a story or recount an experience aloud SL 2.5 Create audio recordings of stories/ poems SL 2.6 Use complete sentences when speaking |
