In second grade, teachers use a constructivist approach to math that allows children to create knowledge and retain their learning in a meaningful way. Second graders discover mathematical relationships using manipulatives, learn multiple strategies for problem-solving, and practice demonstrating how a solution was reached.

Second grade math concepts include:

• Place value
• Odd versus even numbers
• Patterns and shapes
• Addition (solving 3-digit addends, learning the commutative property, structuring double-digit addition sentences, etc. )
• Subtraction
• Fractions
• Graphing and synthesizing data
• Solving one-step word problems
• Time and monetary value
• Area