Children's Books for 2nd Graders
Don't Tell Dr Can Do!
When the Mischievous Mage sets off a spectacular firework show one night, he expects to get in trouble. Instead, Jill has a surprising request - she wants him to help celebrate something special for the village! Jill has big plans that include a new town square, a fountain, rose bushes, and even a secret surprise for Dr Can Do. What could the surprise be, and how will Dr Can Do react when he finds out?
Emma can Roll!
It’s Emma’s birthday and she receives an exciting gift—a brand new bike! With a pink helmet to keep her safe, Emma is ready to explore. But before she can ride freely around town, she needs to learn the rules of the road. Will Emma be brave enough to ride her bike on her own? Join Emma on her thrilling birthday adventure!
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!
Archie Can Invent!
Meet Archie, a young inventor who loves creating amazing things! From cooking bots that make breakfast to a magical pen that draws dolphins in space, Archie’s imagination never stops. He builds helpful inventions for his town and fun gadgets just because he can. But inventing isn’t just about working hard—Archie knows he needs to take care of himself too. What incredible invention will Archie dream up next? Could YOU be an inventor like Archie?
Bones and the Wolves
When a terrible storm hits at nightfall, Bones the hunting dog bolts from Skel’s side and vanishes into the dark hills. Deep in the woods, lost and hungry, he meets a wolf pack with pale, steady eyes - and starts to run wild with them. But can a dog who has forgotten his home ever find his way back to the friend who loves him? This decodable reader practices compound words such as ’nightfall,’ ‘hillside,’ ‘daybreak,’ ‘sunset,’ and ‘pathway.’
Callum Can Speed!
Meet Callum, a race car driver who loves speed and cars! He collects vehicles, takes them apart, and rebuilds them to make them super fast. Right now, Callum is building an amazing new car from scratch called ‘The Storm.’ Will his hard work and dedication help him become a champion on the track? Find out in this exciting racing adventure!
Can You Help?
Tim would rather shoot hoops than tackle his letters - and honestly, who wouldn’t? But those tricky B’s and D’s keep playing sneaky tricks on him every single time he picks up a pencil. Can Dad’s old wooden board help Tim finally figure out the alphabet? What secret trick did Grandpa pass down to beat those wobbly letters? Grab a basketball and find out! This decodable reader practices words with prefixes, including ’explain,’ ‘defeat,’ ‘redo,’ ‘rewrite,’ and ‘unlike.’
Catch That Cat!
Spring has arrived, and the garden is bursting with birds, bright petals, and the promise of Holi colors! But a certain sneaky black cat has Plans of his own. Can Girl keep an eye on Mom’s new dress, Grandad’s tiny seedlings, and a very curious squirrel all at once? When a furry blur shoots out the door, everyone has to move fast! This decodable reader practices le/al/el/il words such as ‘gentle,’ ‘squirrel,’ ‘metal,’ ‘sparkle,’ and ‘bundle.’
Caterpillars!
It is a trial to be a caterpillar. Birds like to grab them as an easy snack. They need to protect themselves in different ways so that they do not get eaten.
Don't Flatten My Curls!
Mara has one big rule: curly is ALWAYS better than straight! But what happens when she meets a lion with a perfectly straight tail, climbs a spiral staircase fit for a princess, and spots a golden carpet of silky hair belonging to her very own sister? Can curly really beat straight every single time, or might Mara discover a few surprises along the way? This decodable reader practices VC/CV syllables through words like ‘basket,’ ‘carpet,’ ‘rabbit,’ and ‘picnic.’