New Technology teaching aids are great for the classroom. The problems is that when kids are using these technologies they are not always doing what is expected of them. They may be surfing the internet or texting a friend when they should be researching for a project.
By the end of the school year, your second grader may be using word processing programs. They should be able to use draw and paint software. They should be able to use PowerPoint for presentation and have a wide range of technology by the end of second grade.