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The Classification Station

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Second graders identify proper nouns and categorize them by subject. They apply correct principles of grammar: they write complete sentences, use correct capital letters, use correct punctuation and apply correct rules of usage and expression.

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common nouns, nouns, parts of speech, geographic locations

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common nouns, nouns, proper nouns, geographic location, english language arts
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Grade
2nd
Subjects
English Language Arts
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
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Research

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