• Home
  • Blog
  • Elementary Science
    • 4K Science Suggestions
    • 5K Science
    • 1st Grade Science
    • 2nd Grade Science
    • 3rd Grade Science
    • 4th Grade Science
    • 5th Grade Science
  • Middle School Science
    • 6th Grade Science
    • 7th Grade Science
    • 8th Grade Science
    • MS SCPASS Preparation
    • Workshop Model
    • Lab Reports
  • High School Science
    • Workshop Model
    • Biology >
      • Biology EOC Review
    • Chemistry
    • ACT Science Prep
    • ASVAB Prep
  • More
    • 2021 SC Science Standards - NEW!
    • Lab Safety
    • Science & Engineering Practices
    • Disciplinary Literacy
    • COVID-19
    • Bison Field Study
    • STEM
    • Science Bowl
    • ScienceFair
    • Remote Learning Resources
SCIENCE EDUCATION MATTERS
  • Home
  • Blog
  • Elementary Science
    • 4K Science Suggestions
    • 5K Science
    • 1st Grade Science
    • 2nd Grade Science
    • 3rd Grade Science
    • 4th Grade Science
    • 5th Grade Science
  • Middle School Science
    • 6th Grade Science
    • 7th Grade Science
    • 8th Grade Science
    • MS SCPASS Preparation
    • Workshop Model
    • Lab Reports
  • High School Science
    • Workshop Model
    • Biology >
      • Biology EOC Review
    • Chemistry
    • ACT Science Prep
    • ASVAB Prep
  • More
    • 2021 SC Science Standards - NEW!
    • Lab Safety
    • Science & Engineering Practices
    • Disciplinary Literacy
    • COVID-19
    • Bison Field Study
    • STEM
    • Science Bowl
    • ScienceFair
    • Remote Learning Resources

2nd Grade Science

2nd Grade Science Standards
2nd Grade Support Document

​Hands-On Opportunities should include the following materials                                Teaching Suggestions Handout
  • Eyedroppers
  • Magnifying lenses
  • Clocks - time can be measured in hours to the nearest half hour. Click here.
  • Rulers - Rulers should measure to the nearest whole inch. When using a ruler, make sure to begin measuring from the zero (0) mark, not necessarily the edge of the ruler.
  • ​Thermometers - Fahrenheit will be used to measure weather data only. All other temperature readings will be taken using the Celsius scale. Use only thermometers with red colored alcohol in them.
  • Balances - Balances measure mass in grams.
  • Measuring cups - Measuring cups measure volume in fluid ounces (oz), parts of a cup (c), milliliters (mL), or liters (L).​
  • Seeds, soil, and water for planting.

Q1  Solids & Liquids (Magnets)
Kit:  Solids & Liquids (STC)
The essential indicators for this unit include 2.P.3A.1,  2.P.3A.2,  2.P.3A.3,  2.P.3A.4,  and 2.P.3B.1.
Teaching Suggestions
Benchmark Test                 Answers
Unit Plan from SCDoE

Q2  Exploring Pushes & Pulls
Kit:  Push, Pull & Go (Carolina)
The essential indicators for this unit include 2.P.4A.1, 2.P.4A.3, and 2.P.4A.4.
Teaching Suggestions
Benchmark Test                Answers
Unit Plan from SCDoE
Picture

2.P.4A.1
1.  Two forces that make objects move are _____ and _____.
2.  Pulls bring objects _____ you.
3.  Pushes move objects _____ from you. 
4. The difference between a push and a pull is the _____ in which the force moves the object. 
5.  What are some examples of pushes and pulls you can think of? 
6.  How can you demonstrate a push or a pull  for your teacher and class?
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture

2.P.4A.2
1.  A magnet is a type of solid can can put a force on something else without _____ it. 
2.  Remember a force can be a _____ or _____.
3.  The invisible area around a magnet that attracts is called a _____ _____.
4.  Stronger magnets can pull objects from ______ away than weaker magnets. 
5.  When a magnet pulls an object we say it ______. 
6.  When a magnet pushes an object away, we say it ______.
7.  Magnets don't attract all things, but they do typically attract things that have _____ in them - but not all types of metal. 
8.  Can you find a magnet around your house?  What will it attract? 

Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture

2.P.4A.3
1.  Gravity is what pulls everything towards the _____.
2.  What are some reasons why gravity is important?
3.  What's the name of the scientist who first studied gravity?
4.  What happens when you pick up an object and let it go?



Picture
Picture
Note:  At the end of the video, there was a question posed...why did the pencil roll down the rough side of the ramp faster than it rolled down the smooth side? 
I think this is because the pencil had a hexagon shape, it wasn't completely smooth.  Sometimes a rough surface against another rough surface results in less surface to surface contact and greater speed!
​


Q3  Weather
Kit:  Weather (STC)
​The essential indicators for this unit include 2.E.2A.1,  2.E.2A.2,  and 2.E.2A.4.
Teaching Suggestions
Benchmark Test         Key
Unit Plan from SCDoE
Q4  Animals & Their Environments
Kit:  Insects (Foss)
​The essential indicators for this unit include 2.L.5A.1,  2.L.5A.2,  and 2.L.5B.2. 
Teaching Suggestions
Benchmark Test
Unit Plan from SCDoE
Picture


This website has been developed and maintained by
Kimberly G. Massey, K-12 Science Instructional Specialist
for Rock Hill Schools of York County, South Carolina.


Telephone

803.981.1886

Email

kmassey@rhmail.org
  • Home
  • Blog
  • Elementary Science
    • 4K Science Suggestions
    • 5K Science
    • 1st Grade Science
    • 2nd Grade Science
    • 3rd Grade Science
    • 4th Grade Science
    • 5th Grade Science
  • Middle School Science
    • 6th Grade Science
    • 7th Grade Science
    • 8th Grade Science
    • MS SCPASS Preparation
    • Workshop Model
    • Lab Reports
  • High School Science
    • Workshop Model
    • Biology >
      • Biology EOC Review
    • Chemistry
    • ACT Science Prep
    • ASVAB Prep
  • More
    • 2021 SC Science Standards - NEW!
    • Lab Safety
    • Science & Engineering Practices
    • Disciplinary Literacy
    • COVID-19
    • Bison Field Study
    • STEM
    • Science Bowl
    • ScienceFair
    • Remote Learning Resources