Free Books for 2nd Graders
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?
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?
A Small Boat in a Big Lake
Ken and his friend decide to explore the mysterious lake that people say is full of big fish and dragons. They find a boat and row out into the foggy water, but soon they start seeing scary things - a mean-looking shape in the mist, a big shadow under their boat, and something with sharp teeth coming right at them! Are the scary stories about the lake actually true? What will the two friends discover on their adventure?
Min Wants Help
It’s Min’s very first day of school and she feels like such a big girl! But there’s one problem - she doesn’t know how to put on her new school uniform with all those tricky buttons. Min searches everywhere for help, but Mummy is baking, Daddy is feeding chickens, Grandpa is with the cows, Grandma is raking, and her brother Tim is busy too! Will Min find someone to help her get ready for her important day, or will she have to figure it out all by herself?
Pencil Box
The pencils in Shawn’s box are scared, but they get out and help Shawn to draw. When Shawn goes to bed, they look at what they have drawn and are happy with their work.
Spring
Spring has arrived, and with it comes new life, warmer weather, and the need to start preparing for summer. Plants must be put in the ground at the right time of year, and flowers will soon be blooming.
Time for a Bite
The big toman fish teaches the little toman fish how to catch dinner. The little fish makes a mistake and is scolded by the big fish. The big fish then shows the little fish how to work as a team to catch dinner.
Drip, Drop!
When raindrops start falling from the sky, a young girl discovers all the wonderful things the rainy season brings. From collecting water in big buckets to listening to her mum play beautiful music on the sitar, rain makes everything feel special. But what happens when the rain finally stops? What magical surprises might be waiting outside on the leaves and petals? Join her on this cozy rainy day adventure!
I Want Fans
I want to learn to fly, so I sign up for a class. I have some difficulty at first, but I eventually make a pair of wings that work very well. I put on a great show for the other birds and land back down next to my fans.
Mouse!
When a tiny mouse scurries into the house, everyone panics! Grandma jumps on the couch, Mom drops the dishes, and Dad hides behind the curtain. Even the lazy cat is too scared to chase it. Will this little mouse cause total chaos, or could something surprising happen? Find out in this hilarious tale of a house turned upside down!