Skill Assessment
At Genie Academy, we assess each child's writing level and learning style to make our classes specifically for them.
Customized Lesson Plan
Then, we create a personalized lesson plan. This plan focuses on the areas they need the most help.
Writing Tutoring
Then, we start teaching writing in an easy way. We use different methods to make sure your child understands and enjoys learning.
Concluding Progress Test
At the end of the program, we have a test to see how much your child has learned. This shows us what else they might need to work on.
2nd graders will explore the fundamentals of creative writing, enhancing their storytelling and expression skills:
Opinion Writing with O.R.E.O Method: Students will learn to articulate their opinions using the O.R.E.O structure—stating their Opinions, providing Reasons, giving Examples, and reiterating their Opinions.
Narrative Writing with Planning Skills: They will practice narrative writing, planning, composing, editing, and revising real events, emphasizing transition phrases for a smoother narrative.
Fiction Writing and Story Structure: Students will learn the 'story mountain' technique for brainstorming and structuring fictional stories. They will create stories with a clear beginning, development, and conclusion, expressing their creativity in short essays.
In the essay writing subject, 2nd graders will focus on structured writing techniques to communicate ideas effectively:
Informational Writing: They'll learn to craft factual texts by understanding key elements like labels and ordered paragraphs and practicing with topics that require chronological organization.
Mastering How-Tos: Students will dive into explanatory writing, using graphic organizers to draft clear, step-by-step instructions for activities like baking cookies.
Developing Drafting Skills: Building on these foundations, students will focus on refining their drafting process, improving their ability to edit and revise their work for clarity and coherence.
In the Language Mechanics subject, 2nd graders will delve into the structural elements of the English language:
Exploring Parts of Speech: Students will learn about the various parts of speech, such as possessive nouns, reflexive pronouns, and irregular verbs.
Crafting Effective Sentences: Students will learn to identify and use subjects and predicates across different types of sentences, including declarative, imperative, exclamatory, and interrogative.
Mastering Punctuation: Students will learn to correctly use commas, apostrophes, and other punctuation marks, improving their writing clarity.
Understanding Points of View: Introducing points of view, students will explore how different perspectives can impact the tone and effectiveness of various essays, narratives, and stories.
In the Figurative Language subject, 2nd graders will discover how to add depth and excitement to their writing:
Introduction to Figurative Language: Students will explore the concept of figurative language, designed to enrich meaning and entertain through the use of alliterations, similes, onomatopoeia, and hyperboles.
Engaging with Different Forms: Through different engaging activities, such as fill-in-the-blank exercises and sentence writing, students will practice and demonstrate their understanding of each figurative language form, enhancing their creative expression.
In the Writing Techniques subject, 2nd graders will refine their skills for crafting structured and thoughtful essays:
Mastering Paragraph Structure: Students will learn how to build an engaging paragraph by starting with an introductory sentence to present the topic, followed by supporting sentences, and concluding with a sentence that wraps up the ideas.
Utilizing Graphic Organizers: To ensure essays are coherent, students will be taught to use graphic organizers. This tool helps them outline their essays beforehand, encouraging pre-writing organization and facilitating revisions for improved writing.
Innovative Brainstorming Methods: Students will dive into brainstorming techniques. They'll practice listing ideas and creating story webs, laying a strong foundation for planning and executing their writing projects effectively.
Improve your child’s math and writing skills and get them started with coding.
Here are our core programs:
Genie Academy teaches children to develop laser-sharp focus in various math subjects. Our method and learning materials train students to concentrate at the highest degree.
At Genie Academy, students enhance their reading skills, focusing on comprehension, vocabulary, and analysis tailored to their grade level and individual learning objectives.
At Genie Academy, we believe in providing the best learning experience for your child. Our experienced teachers are committed to helping children succeed in reading, writing, math, and coding.
Genie Academy coaches are committed to our mission of uncovering your student's genius. They are dedicated, passionate, exciting, and motivating. Our coaches are committed to making the Genie Academy experience fun for kids.
Our team will evaluate your child to discover their strengths and weaknesses and provide an in-depth recommendation outline of what they need to ensure that they will succeed.
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