Free Books for 2nd Graders
The Lost Bee
Bella, a clever princess bee, ventures into the forest to gather nectar for the queen’s special elixir. But when she spots an enormous purple flower high above, she decides to go alone—ignoring her helpers’ safety in numbers. What dangers await Bella in the mysterious flower, and will she learn that friendship and teamwork matter more than doing things alone?
The Sea Dragon
Bam and his friends are relaxing on the beach when something extraordinary happens—the ground shakes and a mysterious tail rises from the sea! A real dragon has appeared, and it’s angry! Big waves crash onto the shore as the dragon grows more upset. Can Bam find a way to calm this powerful creature before it’s too late? Discover how music might save the day!
There Are Ants!
Have you ever wondered what ants do all day? Follow along as curious ants search your home looking for food! They explore cupboards, sniff out sweet treats, and discover unexpected treasures. But will they find enough to bring back to their colony? Join this adventure to see where these tiny explorers go next!
Yum!
It’s mango season on the farm, and there’s so much work to do! The family must climb tall trees, pick ripe fruit, and race against time before the insects get there first. Gran watches from below while everyone works together under the hot sun. But picking is just the beginning—what happens when the baskets are full and it’s time to head to market? Will they trade their mangoes for something special?
All of Us
Living in a crowded house with Grandma, Pa, aunts, uncles, and a baby is driving one kid crazy! There’s no room to run, play, or make noise without getting tangled up and in trouble. All this child wants is some space to have fun with their cat. But what would happen if that wish actually came true? Would an empty house really be as wonderful as it sounds?
Flower Hunt
Beth the little bird is on a special mission to find the perfect flower for her mother’s beautiful nest. Along the way, she meets ladybugs, butterflies, fuzzy bugs, bees, spiders, and fireflies—each with their own ideas about which flower is best. What makes a flower perfect for a nest? Join Beth as she discovers the answer through her garden adventure!
In My Life
Meet a child who discovers the special people and things that make life wonderful! From playing games with friends to riding bikes with grandad, from cozy stories with nan to learning about plants in the yard—there’s so much to love. What are all the amazing things that make YOUR life special?
In the Sky
Have you ever seen shapes in the clouds? Join children as they spot a man dancing in the sky, and watch as the clouds transform into an amazing show! What happens when the cloud performers invite everyone to join in the fun? Discover the magic that happens when you look up and let your imagination soar.
No Pals
Tiger likes being alone and doesn’t want any pals. She’s fierce, powerful, and prefers peace and quiet to noisy friends. But when all the animals disappear and Tiger finds herself truly by herself, what will she discover about solitude? Join Tiger on a surprising journey about what it really means to be alone.
The Stars
Frog loves gazing at the beautiful, glowing stars in the night sky. He dreams of getting close enough to touch them! But no matter how hard he tries—stretching his little arms, climbing to the top of a hill, even scaling a giant palm tree—the stars remain impossibly far away. When Frog finds himself stuck at the very top of the tree, he must find the courage to make a daring leap. Will Frog ever find a way to be near the stars he loves so much?