Our "Improve Reading Skills Grade 2 Worksheets" offer second graders a fun and interactive way to boost their reading abilities. Each worksheet is thoughtfully designed with engaging activities that help children enhance comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency. Kids will enjoy diverse exercises that range from reading passages and answering questions to identifying main ideas and learning new words. Perfect for both classroom and at-home practice, these worksheets aim to build a strong foundation in reading that will support future educational success. Download now and watch your child’s reading confidence soar with these expertly crafted resources at Kids Academy!


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Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 40
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 40
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 40
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Adding up to 100 Without Regrouping: Page 13
Adding up to 100 Without Regrouping: Page 13
Adding up to 100 Without Regrouping: Page 13
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Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 45
Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 45

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 45

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 45
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Set-up Quest Worksheet
Set-up Quest Worksheet

Set-up Quest Worksheet

Have your students mastered checkmates? However, they may not know the proper way to set up a chessboard. Ask them if they know how and show them images of the correct set-up.
Set-up Quest Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 73
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 73
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 73
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Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 19
Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 19
Adding up to 50 Without Regrouping: Page 19
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Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 27
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 27
Adding up to 1000 with Regrouping: Page 27
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Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 59
Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 59
Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 59
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Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 57
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 57
Adding up to 100 with Regrouping: Page 57
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Baa Baa Black Sheep: Vocabulary Worksheet
Baa Baa Black Sheep: Vocabulary Worksheet

Baa Baa Black Sheep: Vocabulary Worksheet

Exposing readers to various vocab helps their reading abilities grow. This cheery worksheet uses pictures to show what wool is and isn't, helping readers with visual discrimination. Having concrete images for new words is essential for emerging readers, and this is an enjoyable way to strengthen the skill.
Baa Baa Black Sheep: Vocabulary Worksheet
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Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 17
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 17
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 17
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Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 14
Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 14
Adding up to 50 with Regrouping: Page 14
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Adding up to 50: Page 59
Adding up to 50: Page 59

Adding up to 50: Page 59

Adding up to 50: Page 59
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Reading: Decode It Worksheet
Reading: Decode It Worksheet

Reading: Decode It Worksheet

Look at the picture and circle the word that names it. This exercise helps kids practice picture cues and decoding words, with the same beginning sound. It builds their fluency and comprehension, giving them the skills to read unfamiliar words.
Reading: Decode It Worksheet
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Adding up to 50: Page 17
Adding up to 50: Page 17

Adding up to 50: Page 17

Adding up to 50: Page 17
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Adding up to 50: Page 10
Adding up to 50: Page 10

Adding up to 50: Page 10

Adding up to 50: Page 10
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Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 59
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 59
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 59
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Adding up to 1000: Page 13
Adding up to 1000: Page 13

Adding up to 1000: Page 13

Adding up to 1000: Page 13
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Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 56
Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 56

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 56

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 56
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Adding up to 100: Page 56
Adding up to 100: Page 56

Adding up to 100: Page 56

Adding up to 100: Page 56
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Adding up to 1000: Page 2
Adding up to 1000: Page 2

Adding up to 1000: Page 2

Adding up to 1000: Page 2
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Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 20
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 20
Adding up to 1000 Without Regrouping: Page 20
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Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 44
Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 44

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 44

Adding 2-digit Numbers: Page 44
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Adding up to 100 Without Regrouping: Page 24
Adding up to 100 Without Regrouping: Page 24
Adding up to 100 Without Regrouping: Page 24
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Reading is a foundational skill that significantly impacts a child’s academic and personal growth. In Grade 2, children transition from learning to read to reading to learn. This shift is crucial, as strong reading skills underpin success in all other subjects, from math to science to social studies.

When parents and teachers invest in improving reading skills at this stage, they set the groundwork for future academic achievement. Children with strong reading abilities can comprehend and retain more information, tackle complex problems, and think critically. Reading also enhances vocabulary, allowing children to express themselves more clearly and confidently.

Moreover, improving reading skills fosters a love for learning and literature. A child who enjoys reading is more likely to continue exploring new texts, cultures, and ideas, broadening their horizons and understanding of the world. It also enhances concentration and cognitive functions, such as memory and analytical thinking.

Socially and emotionally, reading can improve empathy by exposing children to diverse experiences and perspectives. It provides an avenue for relaxation and mental health management. Teachers and parents who prioritize reading development help children build confidence and self-esteem, which are essential for overall well-being and continued educational success. Thus, nurturing reading skills in Grade 2 yields lifelong benefits, helping children excel in academics and beyond.