Second Grade Mathematics Course Description

🔹 Build logical thinking

🔹 Strengthen problem-solving

🔹 Grow real confidence in math

🔹 About the Peterson Method

This course follows the curriculum developed by Dr. Lyudmila Peterson, a renowned Russian educator and mathematician. The approach builds logic, creative problem solving, and a real love for math through clear concepts and steady practice.

🔹 Course Overview

This 5-week program covers key second-grade math using Peterson’s method. We focus on logical reasoning, geometry, and fluent work with multi-digit numbers.

🔹 Weekly Curriculum

Week 1: Logical Thinking and Basic Geometry 🔹

Logic: Chains and Transformations

• Sequential reasoning
• Pattern recognition and continuation
• Understanding relationships
• Step-by-step problem solving

Geometry: Lines and Spatial Relationships

• Points and lines as building blocks
• Straight vs. curved lines
• Intersections and parallel lines
• Spatial visualization skills

Week 2: Two-Digit Addition Mastery ➕

• Column method for two-digit addition
• Adding single digits to two-digit numbers
• Adding two two-digit numbers
• Place value and alignment

Advanced Addition Strategies

• Addition with regrouping (carrying)
• Addition by decomposition
• Multiple solution pathways

Week 3: Two-Digit Subtraction Techniques ➖

• Column subtraction basics
• Subtracting from multiples of 10
• Two-digit subtraction with regrouping
• Borrowing techniques
• Understanding place value exchanges

Week 4: Mental Mathematics and Problem Solving 💡

• Mental arithmetic shortcuts
• Estimation skills
• Problem-solving with addition and subtraction
• Real-world applications

Week 5: Three-Digit Numbers and Operations 🔢

• Understanding hundreds and place value
• Number notation with zeros
• Comparing three-digit numbers
• Basic three-digit addition and subtraction
• Complex regrouping examples
• Multi-addend problems

🔹 Key Learning Outcomes

🧩 Logical Thinking

Master logical thinking through patterns and reasoning

📐 Geometric Understanding

Understand fundamental geometry and spatial relationships

➕ Arithmetic Fluency

Demonstrate fluency with multi-digit operations

⚡ Mental Math

Apply mental strategies for quick calculation

🔢 Number Sense

Work confidently with three-digit numbers

📝 Problem Solving

Solve word problems with effective strategies

🔹 Teaching Philosophy

• Conceptual Understanding before procedural fluency
• Multiple Strategies to build flexible thinking
• Logical Foundation as the basis for all math
• Progressive Building for confidence through mastery
• Real-World Connections to make learning meaningful

This program builds a solid math foundation while fostering curiosity, confidence, and creative problem-solving skills.