Family Books for 2nd Graders
Not My Best Socks!
Alana’s best socks have vanished! Not just any socks - her most treasured pair, pink with purple patches and the tiniest stitches in the world. Who would dare sneak into her room and take them? Armed with her trusty looking glass (much more professional than glasses), Alana checks couches, cupboards, and even peeks inside the toilet. Will she crack the case before bedtime? This decodable reader practices es plurals in words like ‘boxes,’ ‘patches,’ ‘stitches,’ and ‘matches.’
Who's Playing Up There?
Look up! Can you spot a human figure dancing in the clouds? When a cloud man waves down at three curious kids, a whole sky-band joins in with music, jigs, and opera singing. But what happens when the drummer pounds too hard and the sky turns dark? Will the children make it home before the storm? This decodable reader practices 2-syllable open words such as ‘human,’ ‘music,’ ’lady,’ and ’tiny.’
A Mess!
Mom and Dad asked the kids to clean up, but oh no—there’s a HUGE mess everywhere! Dishes are piling up, rooms are messy, and toys are scattered all over. The kids have classes soon and so much work to do. Can they tackle this giant mess in time? Join them as they discover what happens when they finally get to work!
Clip and Trim!
It’s yard day! The sun is hot, the rain has made everything grow, and now it’s time to get to work. But working outside isn’t just about cutting grass and pulling weeds—there are surprises hiding everywhere! A flying rock causes trouble, a sneaky green snake changes the plan, and something is living under the weeds. What adventures and creatures will this family discover while taming their wild yard?
Dad, Read My Note!
Can one little note change everything? When Dad works so hard he falls asleep before he can even pick up his fishing rod, one determined kid decides it’s time for a plan. With a piece of paper and a few brave words, could a simple note finally bring Dad and his rod outside? And what surprises wait along the path through the green fields? This decodable reader practices the ‘ie’ phonogram in words like ‘brief,’ ‘piece,’ ‘fields,’ ‘cries,’ and ‘spied.’
Don't Look Around the Corner!
What happens when a brave girl sets off to walk to Grandad’s house all by herself for the very first time? The sunshine is warm, the pathway is familiar, and nothing could possibly go wrong - until a sharp YAP bursts from around the corner and her footsteps freeze. Is there a monstrous beast waiting just out of sight, or something else entirely? This decodable reader practices compound words such as ‘doorstep,’ ‘driveway,’ ‘pathway,’ ‘footsteps,’ and ‘sunshine.’
Drip, Drop, Don't Stop!
Drip, drop! Have you ever tipped your face up to the sky and let the rain tickle your cheeks? When a sudden shower turns the garden into a world of sparkle, one little girl races outside to catch every drop. From a peacock on the path to Mom’s rainy-day soup, what magic will the rain leave behind? A decodable reader practicing the le/al/el/il endings in words like ’little,’ ‘sparkle,’ ‘gentle,’ ‘signal,’ and ‘crystal.’
Hold On, Kim!
When a sudden tapping wakes Kim from her nap, she tiptoes out the doorway to find where the noise is coming from. What could be hiding inside a dusty cottage? And what happens when Kim sits down at a loom that weaves all by itself? Follow along as a brilliant pattern carries her somewhere she never expected to go. This decodable reader practices VC/CV syllables in words such as ‘cottage,’ ‘pattern,’ ‘yellow,’ and ‘sudden.’
Jim Brags Big
When Jim sees Len’s shiny new toy boat, something twisty happens in his tummy - and suddenly he’s bragging about owning the best stuff in the WORLD! But Jim’s toy box only holds a dented ball and an old board game. Could borrowing treasures from Grandpa’s plants, Gran’s craft basket, and Mom’s dresser save the day? Or will one missing perfume bottle give the whole game away? This decodable reader practices es plurals through words like ‘boxes,’ ‘bushes,’ ‘fixes,’ ‘dresses,’ and ‘riches.’
Spencer Can Advance!
Spencer loves sports and staying active! As he grows up, Spencer joins the army where he discovers a new kind of strength—helping others. When disasters strike his community, Spencer springs into action. Whether it’s a big wave, a raging fire, or a powerful storm, Spencer and his friends work together to support families in need. What challenges will Spencer face, and how will he make a difference?