Build your second grader’s understanding of physical, life, and earth science with this full-color activity book! Engaging reading selections, activities, and hands-on projects will motivate your child to learn science concepts that are based on the most current science standards.



The simple hands-on activities help your child understand and retain science concepts in a memorable way.

Ideal for practice at home and classroom enrichment, Skill Sharpeners: Science:

provides practice of reading comprehension, vocabulary, and writing skills

offers striking photography and scientific illustrations to help children connect science to the real world

is based on Next Generation Science Standards and state science standards

includes an answer key

Every Skill Sharpeners workbook now includes a free downloadable Teaching Guide! Skill Sharpeners: Science Teaching Guides include:

How to Use directions for teaching life, earth, and physical science

Sample pacing guide to complete lessons and activities

Teaching suggestions for studying the scientific method and graphic organizers for learning vocabulary

Extension activities that include science journals, additional background information, and hands-on activities to connect children’s learning.