Children in grades 1 to 6 will find lessons and exercises that help them progress through increasingly difficult subject matter. The math workbook covers addition, subtraction, identifying shape components, and using measurement systems. A best-selling series for well over 15 years, Spectrum R still leads the way because it works. It works for parents who want to give their child a leg up in math. It works for teachers who want their students to meet—and surpass—learning goals.

And it works to help children build confidence and advance their skills. Spectrum Reading will help your child improve their reading habits and strengthen their ability to understand and analyze text. This best-selling series is a favorite of parents and teachers because it is carefully designed to be both effective and engaging—the perfect building blocks for a lifetime of learning. Understanding letter sounds is an essential piece to the reading proficiency puzzle. Spectrum Phonics for grade 2 guides children through blends, hard and soft consonants, vowel sounds, and vowel pairs.

Filled with engaging exercises in a progressive format, this series provides an effective way to reinforce early language arts skills. Spectrum Phonics is here to help children begin a successful journey to reading proficiency. With the help of this best-selling series, your child will improve early language arts skills through practice and activities that focus on phonics, structural analysis, and dictionary skills.

Spectrum Test Prep Grade 2 includes strategy-based activities for language arts and math, test tips to help answer questions, and critical thinking and reasoning. The Spectrum Test Prep series for grades 1 to 8 was developed by experts in education and was created to help students improve and strengthen their test-taking skills.

The activities in each book not only feature essential practice in reading, math, and language arts test areas, but also prepare students to take standardized tests. Students learn how to follow directions, understand different test formats, use effective strategies to avoid common mistakes, and budget their time wisely. Step-by-step solutions in the answer key are included. These comprehensive workbooks are an excellent resource for developing skills for assessment success.

The standards-based Spectrum R Critical Thinking for Math for second grade guides children through problem-solving strategies including: -addition and subtraction -measurement -geometry Spectrum Critical Thinking for Math helps children apply classroom math skills to real-world scenarios. Spectrum Critical Thinking for Math provides problem-solving instruction, math reasoning questions, and word problems that encourage students to extend classroom learning to the real world.

Complete with problem-solving instruction, reasoning questions, word problems, pretests, post-tests, and a completed answer key, this series helps children retain knowledge while introducing problem-solving methods for success. Providing comprehensive, grade-specific titles that encourages the skills and standards taught in today's classroom, Spectrum supports your child's educational journey every step of the way.

Spectrum offers a variety of subject-specific practice to reinforce classroom learning, skill-specific titles to enhance educational concepts, and test prep titles to improve test-taking skills. Spectrum is here to help every child get ahead. Spectrum R Math for grade 2 keeps kids at the top of their math game using progressive practice, math in everyday settings, and tests to monitor progress.

The math workbook covers addition, subtraction, identifying shape components, and using measurement systems. A best-selling series for well over 15 years, Spectrum R still leads the way because it works. It works for parents who want to give their child a leg up in math. It works for teachers who want their students to meet—and surpass—learning goals.

And no one would ask her to play. Cassie would never get to hug her grandparents. In the beginning, why does Cassie want to be invisible? A Because she wants to play. B Because she loves apple pie. Who is the main character in the story? A the dad B Cassie C the grandparents D the teacher 4. Where does the story take place? F She loves to clean. G Her mom misses her. J She wants to be smart. Directions: Read or listen to the story below.

It tells about Sam being the oldest child in his family. The Oldest Sometimes, Sam likes being the oldest. He can stay up one hour later. He can go places by himself. He also gets a bigger allowance for helping around the house. Sam likes it too. When his mom needs help cooking, she asks Sam because he is the oldest. He has to babysit his sister. She likes to go where he does. He also has to act more like a grown-up. Sam always has more jobs to do around the house. He has to help wash the dishes and take out the trash.

His brother and sister get help when they have to clean their rooms. What can Sam do better than his brother? A play soccer B eat candy C ride a bike D watch movies What does Sam think about having to act more like a grown-up? F He likes it. G He thinks his brother should act more grown-up. J He wants his parents to treat his brother like they treat him.

What is the main idea of the story? First, spread peanut butter on one piece of bread. Next, spread jelly on the other piece. Then, put the two pieces of bread together. Next, cut the sandwich in half. Last, eat your sandwich and enjoy!

What is the paragraph explaining? A how to make peanut butter B how to cut sandwiches C how to make peanut butter and jelly sandwiches D how to put bread together 2. Which of these is an opinion? F Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches have jelly in them. G The paragraph says to cut the sandwich. H You can use two pieces of bread. J Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are great. What does the paragraph say to do after you spread peanut butter on one piece of bread?

A cut the sandwich B spread jelly on the other piece of bread C put the two pieces together D eat your sandwich and enjoy eating it 4. Directions: Read or listen to the paragraph below that tells about dolphins and sharks. Dolphins and Sharks Dolphins and sharks both live in the ocean, but they are very different. Dolphins are mammals. Sharks are fish. Both animals swim underwater. Sharks breathe through gills, and dolphins have lungs.

Dolphins breathe through a blowhole on their heads. Dolphins have smooth, slippery skin, but sharks have scales. Dolphins give birth to live young. Sharks lay eggs. When the eggs hatch, young sharks come out. Sharks and dolphins live in water, but they have many differences.

Which animal has smooth, slippery skin? A dolphins B sharks C eggs D fish 6. Why did the author write about dolphins and sharks? F to feel the smooth skin of the dolphins G to learn how to swim H to tell others about dolphins and sharks J to breathe through the gills Published by Spectrum.

What do you know about dolphins and sharks? A They are mostly alike. B They both have blowholes. C There are many different things about them. D They live in rivers and streams. What do sharks need to breathe? The story is about two boys who are best friends. Both boys loved all kinds of sports. In the spring, they played baseball. What is a fact about Chad and Ryan?

A They were best friends. B They did not like sports. C Playing outside is not allowed. D They always wore socks when taking a bath. During the summer, Chad and Ryan enjoyed swimming and street hockey. Chad swam on a swim team. Ryan went to meets so he could cheer for Chad. In the fall, the boys played pee-wee football. They won most of their games and made several new friends.

During the winter months, both boys played basketball. Ryan also played on a weekend ice-hockey team. Chad went to the games so he could yell for Ryan and his team.

A to play football B to yell for Chad to do a good job C to scream for Chad to make a mistake D to listen carefully to your parents 3. What is another title for the story? What do you think Chad would do if Ryan decided to play soccer and baseball in the spring? F Chad would never go see Ryan play a game. G Chad would cry. H Chad would quit playing. J Chad would make sure to go to see Ryan play soccer. What sport do the boys play in the fall?

He signed while he talked, and it was a little difficult to understand him. She was very nervous, and her words barely came out.

He seemed to be able to understand what was going on in class. That afternoon, Mrs. Martin took some time to let Raj and the other students get to know each other better. Patsy was surprised to find that her friend, Kyle, actually knew sign language. Soon, Patsy found she could understand most of what Raj was saying. That afternoon, Raj and Patsy walked home together. Patsy learned some signs and told Raj about her family. What would you conclude from reading this story?

What do you think about Raj A Raj makes new friends from reading the story? A He is embarrassed. B Raj has a hard time learning B He is pleasant. C He is unfriendly. C Raj was more frightened D He is very tall. What do you think Patsy will do D Raj was not a nice person. Which of the following is a fact? H She will look for other friends. H Raj knows sign language. J She will have learned more J Raj and Patsy will sign language.

India is a country near China. Much like the U. Have you ever heard of the country of India? India In the U. In India, there are over 1, different languages. This has caused many problems. Many of the people speak the words in different ways. Hindi was made the main language to speak to solve the problem. However, it is still hard for people to talk to each other.

There are many ways to let others know what you think without words. Some actions mean different things in India. For example, to show an older person that you respect him, bow down and touch his feet. If you want to be rude, sit with the bottoms of your shoes showing. To show you are clean, never wear your shoes in the house or in the kitchen. What can you do to be rude in India?

A Never wear your shoes in the house. B Learn how to read. C Sit with the bottoms of your shoes showing. D Go to the store. What do you think people feel about talking to each other in India? A It is easy to talk to others. B It is mostly easy to talk to others. C It is hard to talk to others. D It is just like in the U. What is the main idea of the paragraphs? F It is fun to live in India. G Learning to read is important.

H Never point at your feet or show the bottom of your shoes. J There are many ways to let others know what you think in India. What can you do to show respect in India? F Wear your socks outside. H Frown at people. J Talk quietly. Sign Language People who may not be able to hear or speak well use sign language. They use their hands instead of their voices to talk. Their hands make signals to show different letters, words, and ideas.

Other people use sign language too. Have you ever watched a football game? The referees use hand signals to let you know what has happened in the game, such as a foul or time out. Have you ever been stuck in a traffic jam where there is a police officer? The police can use sign language to tell cars to go and wait. Guess who else uses sign language? You wave your hand when you say hello and good-bye. We use our hands and body to make signals all of the time!

Why do people use sign language? C Because they cannot ride a bike. D Because they cannot hear or speak well. What do people use when signing? F their hand and arms G their eyes, ears, and mouth H their feet and legs J their hair and head Published by Spectrum.

Who would be the most likely to use sign language? A a boy playing at the park B a man who cannot hear C a woman who cannot walk D a girl learning to tie her shoe Which word has the same beginning sound as small? A snow B smooth C shown D something 1. Which word has the same vowel sound as catch?

A came B bad C eat D clean 2. Which word has the same beginning sound as block? F box G breeze H blink J answer 5. Which word has the same ending sound as with? A while B kiss C bath D these 3. Which word has the same ending sound as work? A yard B stood C took D watch 6. Which word has the same beginning sound as same?

Which word has the same vowel sound as stood? Directions: Choose the best answer to each question. Examples B. F complete G certain H became J sunlight C.

Look at the underlined word. A sidewalk B building C darkness D small Which word is a compound word? F several G party H person J playground Which word is a compound word?

Directions: Choose the word that best fits in the blanks. F G H ate look sat We usually take our vacation in July. B C chair mom food 15 It was my birthday! My mom made me a pretty cake. I blew out all the candles. Examples F. Which word is the root or base word for the word biggest? F big G gest H est J bigge G. Which word is the ending or suffix for the word broken? A en B broke C bro D roke Which word is the root word for certainly?

A ly B cert C certain D change Which word is the suffix for lighter? F light G er H igh J lig Which word is the root word for fullness? F falling G ness H full J fur Which word is the suffix for completely? A ly B pete C complete D come Which word is the root word for slower? A slip B er C low D slow Which word is the suffix for listing? A B C D hammer drill nail wood Look at the picture carefully and then read the choices.

A B C D smell feel hear see 2. B C D leaf wood branch tree 4. Directions: Look at the underlined words in each sentence. Which word means to soar like a bird?

F air G ride H run J fly Key words in the question will help you find the answer. Which word is something that walks? A cat B worm C snake D fish 6. Which word means to take air in through your nose? F cough G swim H eat J breathe 9. Which word means to talk about?

A write B dream C enjoy D discuss Which word means to bend toward? Which word means to follow after? F chase G begin H fall J turn 47 Which word means feeling like you need something to eat? Directions: Look at the underlined word in each sentence. Example C. Her mom wrote a note to the teacher. A message B defeat C pencil D ticket Use the meaning of the sentence to help you find the meaning of the word.

Susan was grateful that her dad drove her to school. A thankful B busy C curious D finished I always keep my room very neat. F bad G pretty H tidy J dark The brothers yelled for their dog to come home. F cared G called H heard J whispered She likes to eat big oranges. A huge B tiny C ready D round Grandma asked me to split the cookies evenly between the children.

She watched the cat jump off the chair. Example D. He has an unusual voice. F loud G regular H soft J small They drove down the narrow road. A long B new C bumpy D wide She picked her fancy dress to wear to the party. F best G plain H small J little She made sure the knot was good and tight.

After granting our three wishes, the kind fairy vanished from sight. F appeared G asked H going J got He thought his bike was fast. A funny B food C last D slow On Thursday, Daniel was absent. Examples E Mr. One kind is the brown bat. A only B paper C kinds Our neighbor is a gardener. One bat can eat mosquitoes in just an hour. F second G little H sleep drove paced ran picture ticket rest Published by Spectrum.

Directions: Some words have more than one meaning. Example G. The math workbook covers addition, subtraction, identifying shape components, and using measurement systems. A best-selling series for well over 15 years, Spectrum R still leads. Spectrum Math for grade 1 keeps kids at the top of their math game using progressive practice, math in everyday settings, and tests to monitor progress. The math workbook covers addition, subtraction, composing shapes, comparing numbers, and taking measurements.

The standards-based Spectrum R Critical Thinking for Math for second grade guides children through problem-solving strategies including: -addition and subtraction -measurement -geometry Spectrum Critical Thinking for Math helps children apply classroom math skills to real-world scenarios.

Spectrum Critical Thinking for Math provides problem-solving instruction, math reasoning questions, and word problems.

Spectrum Language Arts for grade 2 provides focused practice and creative activities to help your child master sentences, parts of speech, capitalization, and punctuation. GRADE 2: Spectrum Hands-On Math offers multi-sensory strategies for learning math standards, including addition, subtraction, beginning multiplication and division, place value, measurement, fractions, and shapes.

Give your second grader a fun-filled way to build and reinforce spelling skills. Spectrum Spelling for grade 2 provides progressive lessons in contractions, vowel sounds, compound words, word endings, and dictionary skills. This exciting language arts workbook encourages children to explore spelling with brainteasers, puzzles, and more! Spectrum R Word Problems for grade 2, includes focused practice for essential math skills.

Spectrum Math for grade 3 keeps kids at the top of their math game using progressive practice, math in everyday settings, and tests to monitor progress.