Do you have a resource, reference, or skills binder that students use for a quick reference? If so, here’s a perfect product for you! This product contains all 2nd grade common core mathematical practices that are taught throughout the year and is simplified into mini anchor charts for students to refer to. It includes important math vocabulary and visuals that will help students retain information from the mini lessons that you teach.
Here are some ways to use the sheets:
•Print and place each page back to back in sheet protectors. Have students keep them in their desk so they may have access to it at any given time.
•Make copies and send it home. Students and parents will able to refer to it for homework help.
•Print individually and enlarge it as anchor charts around the room. There’s a lot of power in having consistent visuals and references as tools for students to allude to.
My students used these reference sheets so much that they renamed it their “Best Friend Helper” because of how much they relied on it throughout the year. My students knew that before they can come to me for help, they first needed to refer to their "Best Friend Helper." In several cases, their questions would be answered before it even got to me. My hope is that this resource will serve and help your students become independent learners just as it did mine.