Science: A Closer Look (Grade 2) – Student Edition (2007)

Science: A Closer Look provides a variety of engaging, hands-on experiences that build understanding of science content. Each lesson is supported by a wealth of vibrant visuals designed to motivate pupils.

CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1: Plants
Lesson 1 What Living Things Need
Lesson 2 Plants Make New Plants
Lesson 3 How Plants Are Alike and Different

CHAPTER 2: Animals
Lesson 1 Animal Groups
Lesson 2 Animals Grow and Change
Lesson 3 Staying Alive

CHAPTER 3: Looking at Habitats
Lesson 1 Places to Live
Lesson 2 Food Chains and Food Webs
Lesson 3 Habitats Change

CHAPTER 4: Earth in Space
Lesson 1 Day and Night
Lesson 2 Why Seasons Happen
Lesson 3 The Moon and Stars

CHAPTER 5: Observing Weather
Lesson 1 Weather
Lesson 2 The Water Cycle
Lesson 3 Changes in Weather

CHAPTER 6: Energy
Lesson 1 Sound
Lesson 2 Light

REFERENCE
Science Handbook
- Nonstandard Measurement
- Centimeters and Inches
- Volume and Mass
- Time and Temperature
- Computer and Hand Lens
- Bar Graph
Health Handbook
- Skeletal System
- Muscular System and Nervous System
- Circulatory System and Respiratory System
- Digestive System
- MyPyramid
- Healthful Foods
- Stay Healthy
- Take Care of Your Body .
- Safety Indoors
- Safety Outdoors
- Wind Scale
Glossary