Grade 2 – Mathematics

Course Overview

The Grade 2 Mathematics course builds upon foundational numeracy skills while guiding students toward greater accuracy, flexibility, and confidence in mathematical thinking. Learners explore how mathematics connects to everyday experiences by working with larger numbers, recognizing patterns, and solving practical problems encountered in familiar settings.

As students deepen their understanding, they engage with concepts such as data collection, measurement, shapes, time, money, and introductory coding. These experiences encourage learners to see mathematics as both meaningful and applicable to the world around them.

Important Information

• No prerequisites are required for elementary courses
• Ontario elementary programs do not issue transcript credits
• Facilitated and independent learning pathways are available to support different learning needs

What Students Will Develop

Throughout the course, students strengthen mathematical understanding while developing problem solving abilities and logical reasoning.

Students will:

• Work confidently with numbers up to 200
• Recognize, extend, and create numerical patterns
• Apply addition and subtraction strategies with increasing accuracy
• Collect, organize, and interpret data
• Develop foundational understanding of fractions
• Explore early concepts of multiplication and division
• Identify and construct two dimensional and three dimensional shapes
• Measure length and describe time
• Build financial awareness through money related activities
• Expand coding knowledge to control multiple actions
• Strengthen flexible thinking through social emotional learning

These competencies support both academic progress and real world problem solving.

Course Structure

Learning is organized into thoughtfully designed units that promote steady development while maintaining engagement.

Counting

Students read, write, compare, and order numbers up to 200 while practicing skip counting using a variety of intervals.

Patterns and Equality

Learners investigate patterns within addition and subtraction while exploring the concept of equality. They create and analyze patterns to strengthen algebraic thinking at an introductory level.

Addition and Subtraction

Students develop strategies for composing and decomposing numbers and learn to round numbers to the nearest ten. Problem solving is supported through mental math, visual tools, and written equations.

Data

Students collect and organize information, represent findings using graphs, and interpret results by asking and answering questions. Introductory probability concepts are explored through simple experiments.

Fractions, Multiplication, and Division

Learners examine the relationship between wholes and parts while comparing fractions. They are introduced to multiplication and division through equal grouping, building early number sense for future operations.

Shapes

Students identify, describe, sort, and construct both two dimensional and three dimensional figures. Spatial awareness is strengthened as learners describe positions and create simple maps.

Coding

Students expand their coding skills by designing sequences that include simultaneous events. They practice reading code and identifying errors to improve accuracy.

Money

Learners count money, represent amounts in multiple ways, and compare values to determine relative worth.

Measurement

Students measure height, length, and width using standard units such as centimetres and metres. They also develop the ability to read clocks and describe time intervals.

Social Emotional Learning

Students are encouraged to apply critical thinking while exploring creative and flexible approaches to solving mathematical challenges. These habits support resilience and confidence in learning.

Learning Resources

As a fully online course, Grade 2 Mathematics does not rely on a traditional textbook. Students engage with both digital tools and hands on materials that support conceptual understanding.

Recommended resources include:

• A device capable of capturing written work
• Audio recording tools
• Access to a printer
• A binder, folder, or notebook for offline activities
• Household materials that support interactive exploration
• Basic classroom supplies such as markers, construction paper, scissors, and glue

Optional tools that may further support learning include ten frames, counting rods, unit cubes, and pattern blocks.

These materials help students experience mathematics in tangible and meaningful ways.

Teaching and Learning Approach

Our approach combines structured instruction with opportunities for discovery so that students develop mathematical understanding through both guided practice and exploration.

Key features of the learning experience include:

• A balance of direct teaching and problem solving
• Technology enriched learning supported by offline activities
• Interactive visuals, graphics, and engaging tasks
• Real world applications that enhance relevance
• Support from educators and learning coaches to guide progress

Learning coaches assist students with technical navigation while supporting participation in discussion based activities that strengthen communication skills alongside mathematical understanding.

Preparing Students for Future Success

As mathematical skills expand, students become more confident in analyzing information, solving problems, and applying logical reasoning. These abilities form an essential foundation for continued academic growth.

At Trinity Ontario Elementary School, mathematics education reflects the vision of Trinity Ontario Global Academy by combining academic excellence with the development of capable, future ready learners. Students complete Grade 2 Mathematics prepared to approach new challenges with confidence and curiosity.