2nd Grade Math: Place Value & Operations – Lesson 2

In this 2nd grade math lesson, students learn place value concepts and basic operations while strengthening number sense and problem-solving skills. 2nd Grade Math – Place Value & Operations (Lesson 2) In this lesson, students develop a clear understanding of place value and foundational operations. The focus is on building strong number sense and helping children think mathematically — not just memorize procedures. This lesson is part of the Junior Problem Solvers (JPS1) series designed to strengthen conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills in elementary mathematics. 📚 Lesson Focus • Understanding place value (tens and ones) • Connecting place value to addition and subtraction • Developing number sense • Building mathematical reasoning 👨‍🏫 About the Instructor Dr. Sinan Kanbir is an Associate Professor of Mathematics Education at the University of Wisconsin. His research focuses on elementary and middle school mathematics education and research-based curriculum design. Through MathTopia Academy, he integrates academic research into practical classroom instruction. 🌐 Learn More https://mathtopia.com https://mathtopia.com/contact Subscribe for: • Elementary math lessons • Research-based teaching strategies • K–8 number sense development • Problem-solving growth