Second Grade Basic Skills Curriculum UPDATED

2nd Grade Basic Skills Curriculum – 2025 EditionThe Plain and Not So Plain Academy approach keeps learning simple, peaceful, and effective. This updated 2025 edition of the Basic Skills Curriculum provides all the essentials your child needs for second grade—without the extra fluff or stress.This 35-week workbook includes lessons that strengthen your child’s foundation in core academic areas while encouraging real-life learning and independence.Your child will grow in:Reading and language development — building fluency, comprehension, and vocabularyWriting and handwriting practice — strengthening neatness, structure, and creativityMath skills — addition, subtraction, place value, money, time, and problem-solvingThinking and reasoning development — logic, memory, and application through everyday learningDesigned for busy parents and homeschoolers who value structure without overwhelm, this book guides your child through a clear, consistent 35-week plan focused on steady progress. Lessons are short, meaningful, and encourage independent thinking while keeping education peaceful and connected to daily life.Answer keys are available for free on Amy’s blog:www.plainandnotsoplain.comAnd as always, this book is also offered free on the website as part of Amy Maryon’s mission to make home education accessible to everyone.No frills. No busywork. Just basic skills for real learning. Read more