2nd Grade Homeroom 202 Mrs. Strassel-2019-2020 Assignments

For Computer Class this cycle I would like everyone to try to do some coding using the following link I have provided. You will start off by creating your own coding monster and when finished you will see the "START" button in the top corner. Hit this to begin. Get as far as you can in this for about 30 minutes. If you finish it great, if not no worries. For many of us it is our first time coding so just do what you can and try not to get frustrated. Have fun everyone!

Good morning boys and girls.

Today we will begin the final art project of the school year.
You will be using all of your creativity to draw a castle.
I have included a how-to handout in the linked folder. This is strictly for practice and to get you started.
I have also included some other examples for you to look at.

Your castle should be completely original and one of a kind.
Use rulers and compasses when appropriate.

You can draw a fantasy castle, fairy tale castle, medieval castle or any other type you can think of.
Your creativity is the most important part of this project. Give your castle a story as if you were an author writing a book. All of the interesting things you would like a reader to visualize you can include in your drawing.

For this week please begin by sketching your castle and an appropriate background setting. Think of a location that would be interesting for your setting. What types of creatures or animals can be added? Will you be in the drawing?
When your sketch is finished please finalize your drawing with details, color and any extra things you would like to add.

There are some resources for you to view in the linked folder.

1. Watch and read along the story The wall, by Eve Bunting. You may have to watch the book more than once.
2. Think about these questions:
-- The book did not give much information about the Vietnam War, but what did you learn about the war from the words and pictures in the book?
-- What did you see in the book's pictures that shows how people were affected by the war?
-- Why do you think the father took out a pencil and made a rubbing of the name on the wall?
-- Why did the boy put his picture against the wall?
-- Why were others touching the names on the wall?
3. Write a letter to a veteran. Your letter should include:
-- and introduction, such as, Dear Veteran,
-- The Body of the letter should thank the veteran for their service. Include words such as bravery, sacrifice, patriotism to our country.
-- Conclusion including your first name.
-- Check spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.
-- You may add a picture if you want.
4. Take a picture and post it here or email to me at [email protected].

We are going to be finishing up with keyboarding this week. I have included 3 apps for you to try. You may switch between any of the 3 and work for 30 minutes this week. Try your best to look at the keyboard and find the keys that you are supposed to hit. I hope you have a great week!

Good morning girls and boys.

Today you will begin adding color to your texture project.

The colors you choose should match the texture you drew.
You should also add skin tone color to the hand where appropriate.

You can use any type of coloring supplies that you have.
You can also draw and color a background if you choose. It can be creative and imaginative just like the hand.
I have added 2 more examples in the folder.

Have fun coloring your project.
Be super creative and remember that your textures should be realistic in color to try to fool the viewer.
Be sure to mark as turned in when you finish.

We will be ready for a new project next class.

Thursday is the Feast of the Ascension.
This holiday is celebrated forty days after Jesus' resurrection. The story tells that Jesus' body went to heaven, and that in heaven he sits at the right-hand side of God the Father.

1. Listen to my reading of this day from our children's Bible.
2. Then watch this Lego version and explanation.
Mark Turned In when you are done. This is due by Thursday.

Yesterday you heard a story about how school has changed from the past to now.
You also watched a video on how to make a timeline.

1.Today you will start to make a timeline of your life. Think about the important events that happened -- your birth, birthdays, Penance, vacations, celebrations. Then put them in order by when they happened. Your birth would be first.

You may use photos or drawings to help illustrate your timeline. I have posted a timeline example to help you. Have fun!

Submit here or send a picture by email [email protected]
This not due until Thursday.

Everyone did a great work on RADD.

Next, we are going to study the main character in The Chocolate Touch - John Midas.
1. Watch my video.
2. Use a page in your Writing Journal to begin a Character Study of yourself. Begin by drawing a picture of yourself. Then, write words on the left side to describe what you look like and what we can learn about you: family, interests, hobbies, favorite food, sports. Think of the "All about me" posters from school.
3. This is not due until Friday, so take your time. Post a pic here or email me [email protected]

Chocolate Touch Ch. 7
1. Watch and read along the video for chapter 7.
2. Use your Writing Journal to write a RADD response to the question.
3. Remember you can go back and rewatch the video and stop it to look for the answer and details.
4. Post your response here or email the picture to [email protected]

? -- When did John's view of eating healthy foods change? (HINT: Look for the word 'envious' on page 73).

Good morning girls and boys.
Its Friday!

Today we are going to begin a fun project that involves texture.
The definition of texture is, how something feels or looks like it feels.
Your job is to trick someone into thinking that your drawing has different textures.

I have included a short Power Point presentation that shows some textures in animal art.
You, however, will be drawing your hands. Each finger must show a different texture. I have included a handout in the folder that explains the idea.
I have also included some examples of student drawings of this project. Please look at them but try not to copy them exactly as you see them.

Here are the steps for today's drawing of your "Texture Hand"

1. Trace your hand in the middle of your paper.
2. Fill each finger with a different texture.
3. Use the handout in the folder as an example or create your own textures.
4. Above the hand drawing, neatly write "Texture" and the definition: "how something feels or looks like it feels".
5. The first part of this project should be done in pencil, no color yet.

Have fun with this project. Be super creative and remember that your textures should be realistic to try to fool the viewer.

New Log sheet.
Please turn in On May 8th, not before.

1. Read along to The Chocolate Touch Ch. 6.
2. Using RADD answer this question in the next page of your Writing Journal. Please write the date at the top of your page.
3. Post your work here or email to me [email protected]

What happened when John offered to skip rope with Susan?

Please ask your parents your t-shirts size and type it in this post. Thanks!

Work on this over the next 2 days--Not Due until end of day on Tuesday.
Complete Unit 9 Review in your textbook, pages 377-380.

I will post an answer key on Tuesday at noon so you can check your answers.
Unit Assessment is Wednesday.

Practice using RADD - Adding details

R - Restate the question (turn the question into a statement)
A - Answer the question
D - Give a detail from the story to support your answer
D - Give a another detail from the story to support your answer


1. Listen to me reading Chapter 4 of the Chocolate Touch.
2. Use RADD to answer this question from chapter 4 of The Chocolate Touch.
3. You may have to go back and listen again to find the details.
4. Write your response into a new page of your Writing Journal.
5. POST a picture of your RADD response.

What happened to John’s glove when he bit into it?

Good Morning everyone. I hope you are having a good week so far.

As I posted before break, we will be spending one more art class on our Daniel Dancer project. Today is the day to finish the background and any other areas you may need to work on.
You may refer back to the previous lesson if you forgot the directions. Here is a link to that lesson:
https://classroom.google.com/c/NTMzNTE5NDQ0MjBa/a/NzQ5MzgxOTcyMzVa/details

Also, please review the examples I have provided so you can see what the final product should resemble.

When you finish please put your name on your artwork and share with me if you can. Please make sure you mark as turned in so I know you completed the project.
I can not wait to see the results of your hard work.

Those of you that are already finished should feel free to work on the sketchbook ideas I provided, or any other sketching/drawing you would like to do.
Just as if we were in school, if you have extra time please use it wisely.
https://classroom.google.com/c/MjQwNjU5ODY1Nzda/p/NzU2MjY2NDIwMDRa/details

We will begin a new project next art class.

We are using a writing Strategy called RADD to guide us in writing responses to questions.

R - Restate the question (turn the question into a statement)
A - Answer the question
D - Give a detail from the story to support your answer
D - Give a another detail from the story to support your answer


Today we cover A- Answer the question.
1. Watch the attached video.
2. Click Turned In when complete.

Daniel Dancer - Step 2

I hope you enjoyed looking at Daniel Dancer's artwork.
It's always fun learning about a new artist, especially one as unique as Daniel Dancer.

Today I would like you to begin adding color to your drawing.
Start with the animal. We will work on the background next class.
Please review the examples in the folder.

Daniel Dancer used people in his art and they looked like small dots when viewed from far away. We will try to accomplish something similar by using a technique called pointillism. Pointillism is when artists use small dots of color to make large areas of color. I have included some famous examples of pointillism in the drive folder for you to look at. If you had trouble viewing the examples last class try clicking the .pdf file.

If you have paint, you can use the eraser end of a pencil to make your dots. You can also use a q-tip or any other tool that will make a small dot. If you don't have paint you can accomplish this step by using the tip of a marker to make the dots. You may need to be creative in how you figure out how to make your dots.

Remember to be neat and take your time. Use different colors to create your animals.

Daniel Dancer - Step 1

Please view the attached PowerPoint presentation to learn about Daniel Dancer and his work.
I have also attached examples for you to view.

The first step of your project will be to draw your favorite animal to the best of your ability.
The animal should be drawn large as it is the focal point of the work. Using a reference (photo or other image) of the animal will be helpful. Some but not all detail should be included.

Remember to draw lightly and begin with a sketch that eventually will become your completed drawing. The examples I am including are completed projects. Please only complete todays portion of the project. I will explain the next step on our next A day.

This project can be completed on a piece of printer paper or any other paper that is available to you. You should spend 30 to 40 minutes on this drawing. Please take your time and put in your best effort.

Have fun!

In your writing Journal, write today’s date at the top and then complete this problem. When done, post a picture of your work.

Lyla sorts her socks by color. She has 4 purple socks, 4 yellow socks, 4 pink socks, and 4 orange socks.
a. Draw groups to show how Lyla sorts her socks.
b. Write a repeated addition equation to match.
c. How many socks does Lyla have in all?

Today would have been our Word Work Assessment.
Choose one of these options to show knowledge of your words.
1. Have a parent, or older sibling quiz you and post it to me.
2. Write a paragraph using 10-12 words from your list and post a picture of that.

All Work can be written into your writing journal for now.

Please continue to read 20 minutes a day using a book of your choice or RAZ-KIDS.