The Buffalo Are Back Activities | Grade 2 W&W Module 2 Notice & Wonder
The Buffalo Are Back Activities | Grade 2 Wit & Wisdom Module 2 Notice & Wonder
First-Read ELA Supplement for The Buffalo Are Back by Jean Craighead George
Make the First Read Meaningful—Without Adding More Prep
Help second graders actively observe, question, discuss, and write as they explore The Buffalo Are Back. Designed to supplement a Grade 2 Wit & Wisdom first read, this ready-to-use resource places special emphasis on the Notice and Wonder routine while supporting comprehension, vocabulary, and written response.
What’s Included
Whole-group anchor charts that introduce the lesson focus, organize student thinking, and provide a visual reference during reading, discussion, and written response
Notice and Wonder response supports that help students record key details, share observations, develop text-based questions, and participate confidently in partner or class discussions
Text-connected writing practice that gives students structured opportunities to turn their ideas into complete responses while building comprehension and written-expression skills
Stop and Jot worksheet for capturing thinking at strategic points in the read-aloud, checking understanding, and collecting quick evidence of student learning
Vocabulary activities that support students in noticing important words, using context and discussion to develop meaning, and applying new language in speaking or writing
Flexible first-read supports that can be used during whole-group instruction, partner work, small groups, literacy centers, independent practice, intervention, review, or a substitute lesson
Why Teachers Love It
Saves planning time with coordinated, print-and-use materials
Encourages close observation and student-generated questions
Builds speaking, listening, vocabulary, reading, and writing skills in one lesson
Works for whole-group instruction, partner talk, small groups, literacy centers, or independent practice
Creates useful evidence of student thinking for informal assessment
Perfect For
Second-grade ELA classrooms, Wit & Wisdom Module 2 instruction, first reads, reading response, vocabulary practice, comprehension checks, and substitute plans.
Give every student a clear way to notice, wonder, and respond. Add this practical supplement to your reading block and spend less time creating materials—and more time listening to your students think.
Please note: This is a supplemental resource. The book The Buffalo Are Back and the Wit & Wisdom curriculum are not included. This resource is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Jean Craighead George, the publisher, Great Minds, or Wit & Wisdom.
This resource is an independent product and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Great Minds® or Wit & Wisdom®. It is intended to support and supplement classroom instruction.