Grade 2 Science — Canadian Curriculum Guide
Grade 2 Science explores the fascinating world of animals and their life cycles, investigates the properties of liquids and solids, examines how simple machines create movement, and studies air and water in the environment. Students develop hands-on investigation skills.
Curriculum Units
STEM Skills and Connections
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Students explore fair testing, recording observations, using tools safely through 1 interactive lesson aligned with the Canadian curriculum.
Lessons included:
- Being a Scientist
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Understanding Life Systems
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Students explore animal features, life cycle stages, habitats, and more through 1 interactive lesson aligned with the Canadian curriculum.
Lessons included:
- Animal Characteristics and Life Cycles
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Understanding Matter and Energy
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Students explore states of matter, properties of liquids, properties of solids, and more through 1 interactive lesson aligned with the Canadian curriculum.
Lessons included:
- Liquids and Solids
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Understanding Structures and Mechanisms
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Students explore levers, wheels and axles, ramps, and more through 1 interactive lesson aligned with the Canadian curriculum.
Lessons included:
- Simple Machines and Movement
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Understanding Earth and Space Systems
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Students explore water cycle basics, clean air importance, weather and water, and more through 1 interactive lesson aligned with the Canadian curriculum.
Lessons included:
- Air and Water in Our Environment
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What Your Child Will Learn in Grade 2 Science
Describe animal characteristics and classify animals by features
Understand animal life cycles (egg, larva, adult)
Investigate properties of liquids and solids
Explore how simple machines help us move things
Understand the importance of air and water in the environment
Conduct simple experiments and record observations
Parent Tips for Grade 2 Science
Visit a local farm, zoo, or nature centre to observe animal characteristics and life cycles firsthand.
Experiment with water and ice at home — freeze, melt, and discuss how matter changes states.
Build simple ramps and levers with household items to explore how simple machines make work easier.
Frequently Asked Questions
What science topics are taught in Grade 2 in Canada?
Grade 2 Science covers animal characteristics and life cycles, properties of liquids and solids, simple machines and movement, and air and water in the environment, along with foundational scientific inquiry skills.
Do Grade 2 students learn about the water cycle?
Yes. Grade 2 introduces basic concepts about the water cycle through studying air and water in the environment, including how water changes form and why clean water matters.
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