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Grade 2
Reading for Details —Penguins
reading informational text
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2NGSS-aligned · 2nd Grade
2nd Grade Science Worksheets & Resources
Second graders explore how matter behaves, how plants and animals meet their needs, and how wind and water shape the land. Use printable worksheets, online games, and reading passages to build these skills. Print them for hands-on work, project them for whole-class lessons, or assign them online for independent practice.
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2nd Grade Science NGSS standards
See every 2nd grade science standard and the resources aligned to each one.
Popular 2nd Grade Science resources
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Grade 2
Compare and Contrast Crocodiles & Alligators
reading informational text · RF.2.4+3
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The Pumpkin Life Cycle
reading informational text · RI.2.3+1
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Compare and Contrast Moles & Gophers
reading informational text · RI.2.9+1
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Analyze Visual information—The Arctic Fox
reading informational text · RI.2.7+4
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Analyzing Visual information—Parts of an Insect
reading informational text · RI.2.7+3
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Use of Reason and Evidence
reading informational text · RI.2.8+1
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Reading for Main Details—Beavers Teeth
reading informational text · RI.2.6+1
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Reading for Main Details—Birds
reading informational text · RI.2.6+1
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Informational Text — Armadillos
reading informational text · RI.2.1+1
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Grade 2
Informational Text — Penguins
reading informational text · RI.2.1+1
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Reading Comprehension— Storms
reading informational text · RI.2.2+8
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2nd Grade Science topics & skills
The full 2nd grade science scope — pick a topic or jump straight to a skill.
Life Science 2nd Grade Worksheets and Activities
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Earth and Space Science 2nd Grade Worksheets and Activities
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Physical Science 2nd Grade Worksheets and Activities
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Weather and Climate 2nd Grade Worksheets and Activities
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What do 2nd graders learn in science?
In 2nd grade, students build science skills through questions and hands-on tests. They observe patterns, sort materials, and explore how living things depend on their environments.
- Matter and Materials. Kids sort objects by properties like color, texture, and hardness. They test which materials work best for a job, such as keeping a drink cold.
- Plant and Animal Needs. Students learn that plants need sunlight and water to grow. They also learn that animals get food from plants or other animals.
- Habitats. Children compare different habitats like forests, oceans, and deserts. They describe how living things depend on their environment.
- Earth's Changing Surface. Second graders observe how wind and water change land over time. They look at ways to slow erosion on hills and stream banks.
- Engineering Design. Kids define a simple problem and think of possible solutions. They build a model, test it, and then improve the design.
How to use these 2nd grade science resources
Start with a worksheet to introduce a new science idea, like how materials can be sorted by property. Then assign a quick online game for extra practice. Use a reading passage with questions to check understanding after a lesson. Teachers can assign activities to the whole class or to small groups. Parents can print pages for homework or summer practice. Look for standards tags on each resource to find the right fit for your grade.
Common questions
What science should a 2nd grader know?
A 2nd grader should explore properties of matter, plant and animal needs, habitats, and how wind and water change land. They also begin simple engineering design. These skills build observation and problem solving.
Are these 2nd grade science resources NGSS aligned?
Yes. Each resource is tagged to a Next Generation Science Standard for second grade. You can browse by standard to find lessons that match what you teach.
What is the hardest science topic for 2nd graders?
Many second graders find the concept of erosion tricky. They need to see that wind and water slowly move soil and rocks. Use hands-on models, like pouring water over sand, to make it clear.
Can I assign these online?
Yes. Most resources can be printed or assigned digitally. Online work is auto-graded, so you can see results right away.
Are there free 2nd grade science worksheets?
Yes, some worksheets and games are free. The full library, including every grade and standard, comes with a Workybooks membership.