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Activities for Second Graders in Reading

There are so many activities for second graders in reading. Where do we begin?? One effective strategy for teaching about Fall and Autumn in the second-grade classroom is through hands-on activities that allow students to explore changes in weather.

Froggy Picks a Pumpkin is super cute for Fall!  The book explores key themes and messages that resonate with young readers. It emphasizes the excitement and anticipation of seasonal traditions, such as visiting a pumpkin patch and carving jack-o’-lanterns.

Fall Classroom Activities for Reading

It is fun to explore fall weather changes and exciting to provide activities that engage young students in learning about the natural science of autumn. By providing opportunities for students to engage in hands-on activities, teachers can help them develop a deeper understanding of the changes that occur during the Fall and Autumn seasons.

Do you need to teach SEL activities? This is a great FALL book that incorporates BULLYING – The Hallo-Weiner. Perfect for teaching in September and October.

Activities for Second Grades in Reading

Check out his Mercy Watson book which is PERFECT for a second-grade read-aloud or a great way to start independent chapter books.

Fall Door Classroom Decorations

Another effective strategy for teaching about Fall and Autumn is through incorporating seasonal vocabulary and writing prompts into the classroom. Teachers can provide students with a list of words related to the season, such as “harvest,” “pumpkin,” and “leaves,” and have them use these words in their writing assignments.

Writing prompts that are themed around the season can also be used to encourage students to practice their creative writing skills. By incorporating seasonal vocabulary and writing prompts, teachers can help students develop their language and writing skills while also learning about the Fall and Autumn seasons.

Fall Classroom party

Finally, teachers can connect Fall and Autumn traditions to cultural celebrations to help students understand the significance of the season. Other fall harvest traditions, such as Thanksgiving, can also be explored through lesson plan ideas that focus on the Fall season. So many options! Are you planning Fall Classroom Games or need creative ways to host a Fall Party Classroom Games? Check out a few of these!


Mrs. Patton

Welcome! I am Kim Patton and have been a second grade teacher since 2010. I’m a Christ-follower, wife, mother, teacher, blogger, and TpTer. I love traveling, spending time with my family, creating classroom materials, pizza, Peloton, and playing in the camper! I am glad you're here!

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I am Kim Patton and have been a second-grade teacher since 2010. I’m a Christ-follower, wife, mother, teacher, blogger, and TpTer. I love traveling, spending time with my family, creating curriculum, pizza, Peloton, and playing in the camper! I am glad you're here! Read More

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