How is My Second Grader Doing in School?

You were your child's first teacher. From infancy through the toddler years, you helped him learn to talk, walk, and explore the world. It was a responsibility and a joy you readily embraced.
Now your child is in the second grade. She may spend a large part of the day at school, but she still really needs your help at home. Research studies have shown time and time again that children whose parents are involved in their education are happier and more successful in school. But without specific knowledge of your second grader's curriculum, it's difficult to know what your child is expected to learn this year.
"How Is My Second Grader Doing in School?" is essential for parents who truly care about their child's academic success. Drawing on more than thirty-six combined years of experience as educators and education consultants, coauthors Jennifer Richard Jacobson and Dottie Raymer will help you understand what's going on in your second grader's classroom and will teach you how to incorporate "teachable moments" into everyday interactions with your child.
Here's how you can help your second grader succeed: