The activity book is organized into 15 theme-based units around topics that second graders enjoy, such as travel, parades, and beaches. Each unit focuses on a grammar concept and punctuation concept, and includes:

• A reading selection – A short fiction or nonfiction text engages children and presents the concept or skill in context.
• Rule boxes – Grammar and punctuation rules are made simple with a short explanation, and clear examples help to teach the skill.
• Colorful practice activities – A variety of activities include fun illustrations to motivate your child to practice the grammar and punctuation skills.
• Riddles and word games – Your child will use critical thinking skills while applying the targeted grammar or punctuation skill in a fun format!
• Writing practice – The “Write It Right!” page encourages your child to use the skills in context, which further promotes understanding.
• Review page – The short review activity is a great way to check your child’s understanding.

The grammar concepts for second grade include:

• Plural nouns
• Adjectives
• Verbs
• Pronouns
• Adverbs
• Prepositions

Punctuation concepts for second grade include:

• End punctuation
• Use of apostrophes
• Use of commas
• Use of colons
• Book titles
• Abbreviations
• Quotation marks
• Compound sentences

Skill Sharpeners: Grammar and Punctuation engages your child in learning important grammar and punctuation rules. It’s ideal for enrichment at home and in the classroom, for homeschooling, and for English language learning.

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