Your second grader and reading As second graders become more
adept at reading, they begin to tackle short chapter books and
basic research projects. By GreatSchools Staff Is your child
reading at grade level? Are there any gaps in her phonics or
comprehension? Since learning to read is a long and complex
process, some students hit college only to discover their skills
aren't where they should be. How do you know if your child's on
track? Our grade-by-grade guidelines give you all the details
you need to assess her aptitude. Building fluency and meaning In
second grade, children begin reading for meaning, not simply as
a way of sounding out simple sentences. Classrooms should give
children many opportunities to read — silently on their own,
aloud in groups, and aloud with a partner. Second grade
curriculum should also include listening to books read aloud.
Students often reread stories to increase their fluency, or
their ability to read quickly and accurately with expression.
Your second-grader should be able