Children's Books for 2nd Graders
Apam Cake
Abdul is excited to help make Apam Cake for the festival, but when his mother gets hurt, he decides to bake it himself for the first time. With flour flying and batter splattering everywhere, can he create the perfect sweet treat before all the other cooks—or will something unexpected happen?
Forbidden Book Club Issue Three: The Min Min Lights
When mysterious glowing lights appear in a sleepy town after dark, four friends must decide whether to investigate the legend of the Min Min Lights. What secrets do these enchanted orbs hold, and will the children discover the truth before they get lost in the bush forever?
He Can Spy…
Kojo has a big reading test coming up at school, and he’s determined to do well! As he practices his homework, he spies all sorts of funny things—a grandad in a bucket hat, a grandma in bright clothes, a hen wearing a headscarf, and even a cat with a necktie! Some words are tricky, but Kojo knows how to break them down. Can you help Kojo spot all the silly dressed-up characters? What other words will he find?
Mer
Jack is fishing by the shore when he catches something unexpected—a mysterious girl named Mer! She’s a mermaid who has had a falling out with her sea friends. Jack invites her to visit the farm, but Mer can only stay out of the water for a short time. Will Jack and Meow be able to help Mer feel better, and can they find a way for her to visit whenever she wants?
The Cursed Emerald Part Five
The next morning I wake with a feeling of dread in the pit of my stomach. I can’t remember why until I see the emerald with all my things. It felt like I only glanced at it, but the growl in my empty belly warns me that I’ve been staring at the cursed emerald again and a good part of the morning has been wasted.
The Cursed Emerald Part Two
It seems like I have just eaten, but I am hungry again. I look up at the sky and see that the sun is high overhead. I realise I have been standing there for hours just staring at the emerald.
The Monster
Sam and his sibling used to be the best adventure buddies, slaying imaginary monsters and winning treasures together. But now a different kind of monster has arrived - one that makes Sam sleep all day, skip his favourite foods, and hide away in his room. No matter what the family tries, they can’t seem to reach him through the dark fog. Can they find a way to help Sam fight this powerful monster?
What's the Scoop on Pee and Poop?
Join Pat the Rat on an extraordinary adventure as he dives into the toilet to discover where pee and poop really go! Follow Pat through twisting pipes and mysterious tanks as he meets new friends and uncovers the secrets of wastewater treatment. What amazing discoveries will Pat make on his journey through the underground world?
Zom's Deep Dive
Zom is hungry for a new adventure! Join him as he dives into the ocean to explore the food he’ll find there. He encounters speedy cod, spiky pufferfish, slow turtles, and mysterious squids. But what amazing discovery awaits him at the bottom of the sea? Dive in to find out!
A Puppet Can...
Meet a puppet with amazing talents! A young puppeteer discovers all the wonderful things their wooden friend can do—from hopping and clapping to performing tap shows and doing tricks. With skillful string work, what incredible feats can this puppet achieve? Find out all the amazing ways a puppet can move, perform, and entertain!