Second Grade At a Glance Below are a few of the exciting experiences that await your second-grader in Langley’s Lower School: • Small, flexible instruction groups that allow teachers to differentiate their lessons according to each child’s strengths and capabilities • Combined first- and second-grade musical that builds confidence and stage presence The Langley School’s Arc of Development recognizes that the steepest part of a child’s development comes early, and that while every child’s path is unique, there are predictable cognitive, emotional, and social milestones. With this model, our students receive age-appropriate, inquiry-based instruction.
• In-depth study of Native Americans that fosters respect for and understanding of other cultures • Service learning projects that promote a greater awareness of the world • Weekly Lower School assemblies that build community and public-speaking skills
Learning in Action “After planting seeds, second-graders become packaging engineers as they figure out a way to get their plants home safely. They use their knowledge of plant survival needs, their problem-solving skills, and their creativity to design a package that can keep a plant alive and healthy for several days.” -STEAM Teacher “One of the highlights of the year in physical education is preparing for the annual Kickball Friendly in the spring. In addition to kickball skills, students learn about good sportsmanship, allowing everyone, regardless of their skill set, to enjoy the special day.” -P.E. Teacher “The second-grade architectural design lesson is a wonderful balance of both math and art disciplines. After learning about geometric shapes in math, students draw their own architectural designs. They study color theory in Paul Klee’s abstract work, focusing on warm versus cool colors, as they discover new techniques in painting with watercolors.” -Art Teacher