Welcome to Grade 2
Amplify Science California is so effective you can cover 100% of the NGSS in half the time of other programs.
You can breathe a sigh of relief knowing all you need is:
- 66 days per year
- 2 lessons per week
- 45 minutes per lesson
What students learn
Lauren Learner loves science. Watch this video to find out what she learns in second grade. >
When you’re ready:
- Find a summary of each unit below including each unit’s student role and anchor phenomenon.
- Click on the orange “See how the unit works” link to download a helpful Unit Guide. These guides make great companions to busy reviewers looking for a big-picture understanding of how each unit works.
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Units at a glance
How teachers teach
Tom Teacher feels confident delivering 3-D instruction with our resources by his side. Watch this video to learn more. >
When you’re ready:
- Scroll down and take a closer look at your classroom resources.
- Click on the orange links below each component to see grade-specific samples.
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Classroom resources for instruction
Navigating the program
Watch this video showing you how to navigate our digital platform. Then following the instructions below. >
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- Click the orange button below to access the platform.
- Choose the resources you’d like to review.
- Pick your grade level from the drop-down menu.
- Scroll down to find additional grade-level resources.
Access the digital platform now
Teacher's Guide
[VIDEO] TG Walkthrough
Watch this video to get familiar with the organization of our printed TG.
Unit Guide
[Grade 2] Plant and Animal Relation...
Get a big picture overview of this unit with an at-a-glance view of each chapter...
Unit Guide
[Grade 2] Properties of Materials
Get a big picture overview of this unit with an at-a-glance view of each chapter...
Unit Guide
[Grade 2] Changing Landforms
Get a big picture overview of this unit with an at-a-glance view of each chapter...
Components
[Grade 2] English components
Take a closer look at our grade 2 print components.
Components
[Grade K–5] Spanish components
Learn more about what components are available in Spanish.
Standards
[Grade 2] NGSS Alignment
See how our program addresses 100% of the NGSS Standards.
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