Journeys Second Grade Super Storms Unit 2 Lesson 8
Your HM Journeys Second Grade "Super Storms" Unit 2 Lesson 8 supplemental resource is a comprehensive, skill-aligned toolkit that enhances and supports the core reading story while engaging students with interactive and differentiated literacy activities.
β Whatβs Included and How to Use It:
π§ Vocabulary Development
- p.3β5 Vocabulary Word Cards
- β Use in pocket charts, word walls, or vocabulary games
- p.9β12 Vocabulary Activities
- β Sentence writing, word mapping, definition practice, and ABC order
- β Great for literacy stations or vocabulary notebooks
π€ Spelling Focus
- p.6β8 Spelling Word Cards
- β Ready for spelling centers, sorts, or word wall use
- p.13β22 Consonant Digraph Word Sort
- β Interactive sorting with sounds like sh, ch, th, wh
- p.23β28 My Book of Consonant Digraph Words
- β Student-made book for reinforcing digraphs with ownership
- p.29β34 Word Endings βIn a Twistβ
- β Focused practice on adding -s, -ed, -ing with rules and patterns
π¬ Grammar Skills
- p.35β40 Verb Anchor Chart + Guess the Verb Game
- β Build verb recognition through interactive games and visual aids
- β Ideal for grammar mini-lessons or warm-ups
βοΈ Word Work
- p.41β45 Make a Compound Word
- β Engage students in building and defining compound words
- β Supports vocabulary and phonics together
π Reading Comprehension
- p.45β48 Comprehension Questions
- β Based on both old and new versions of the story
- β Emphasizes keyword look-back and inferring skills
- β Great for whole group discussions, small groups, or independent responses
βοΈ Writing Extensions
- p.49β50 Writing Prompts
- β Encourage students to respond creatively and critically
- β Perfect for journals, writing centers, or morning work
βοΈ Why Teachers Love It:
- Aligned with Journeys target skills
- Great for differentiation in centers or small groups
- Promotes vocabulary retention and hands-on phonics practice
- Encourages interactive learning and writing fluency
- Comes with recording sheets to hold students accountable