2nd grade vocabulary words

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Word list with definitions vocabulary worksheet, 2nd grade words · 4 pages

Vocabulary2nd grade vocabulary wordsRead each word, its meaning and the example. Then say your own sentence out loud.absorbverbto soak up“A paper towel can absorb the spill.”adventurenounan exciting trip or experience“Camping in the woods was a real adventure.”allowverbto let someone do something“My parents allow me to stay up late on Fridays.”approachverbto come closer to“Always approach a horse slowly.”attemptverbto try“I will attempt to jump rope fifty times.”avoidverbto stay away from“We avoid the busy road on our bikes.”boastverbto brag about yourself“Good winners do not boast.”captureverbto catch and hold“We tried to capture a firefly in a jar.”cautiousadjectivecareful to stay safe“Be cautious near the edge of the pool.”celebrateverbto do something fun for a special day“We celebrate birthdays with cake.”cleveradjectivesmart and quick to think of ideas“The clever fox found a way across the river.”edulist.com/word-lists/vocabulary-words/2nd-gradeFree printables, plus learning programs scholarships can pay for · Page 1 of 4

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These 40 2nd grade vocabulary words mix school words (compare, describe, examine, habitat, distance) with story words (adventure, cautious, generous, vanish, shiver). Several pairs teach shades of meaning: disappear and vanish, avoid and ignore, rapid and hurry from 1st grade.

Each word comes with a definition and example sentence. Work through one set of 10 a week: read and talk about the words, then use the matching and fill-in-the-blank sheets. Second graders can usually read the definitions on their own.

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  • Compare and describe come up in every subject. Use them in your own questions.
  • Play 'Which word fits?': give a situation and let your child choose the word.

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What vocabulary should a 2nd grader know?

Words for thinking and explaining (compare, describe, examine), science words like habitat, and precise describing words like fragile and generous.

How many vocabulary words should a 2nd grader learn each week?

About 5 to 10 taught directly, plus many more from reading.

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