Unit Plan 18 (Grade 2 ELA): Sharing Findings Clearly
Second graders learn to speak and write in complete sentences, use visuals that clarify their ideas, and practice polite listening during presentations. This unit builds strong communication, word choice, and presentation skills for clear, confident sharing.
Focus: Speaking in complete sentences; visuals that clarify; polite listening
Grade Level: 2
Subject Area: English Language Arts (Speaking/Listening • Writing • Language)
Total Unit Duration: 5 sessions (one week), 45–60 minutes per session
I. Introduction
Researchers don’t just learn things—they share them so others can learn too. This week students turn mini-research findings into clear, kid-sized presentations. They’ll plan and speak in complete sentences, add visuals that make ideas easier to understand, and practice polite listening so presenters feel heard.
II. Objectives and Standards
Learning Objectives — Students will be able to…
- Present information in clear, complete sentences with relevant facts/details and an audible voice (SL.2.4, SL.2.6).
- Create and use a visual (drawing, labeled picture, or one digital slide) that clarifies key ideas in the talk (SL.2.5).
- With adult guidance, publish a simple slide/card and read from it smoothly (W.2.6).
- Choose precise words and adjust voice/tone for effect; follow polite listening norms (L.2.3).
Standards Alignment — CCSS Grade 2
- SL.2.4–SL.2.6, W.2.6, L.2.3
Success Criteria — student language
- I can say my idea in complete sentences that make sense.
- My visual (labels/caption/slide) helps the audience understand.
- I speak clearly (just-right pace/volume) and use good word choices.
- I show polite listening (eyes on speaker, quiet body, one kind comment).