Free Animal Books for 2nd Graders
Flip, Flop!
A little fish is tired of being a fish! He tries to stand like a rabbit, but the rabbit laughs at him. He tries to fly like a bird, but that doesn’t work either. Then a friendly cat invites him closer… but is the cat really being friendly? Just when the fish feels hopeless about finding where he belongs, he meets someone unexpected. Can a fish who doesn’t want to be a fish finally find a true friend?
I Think I Can Help!
A friendly bird has just moved to a new home, but he doesn’t have any friends yet. He spots animals all around who seem to be having troubles - a rhino bothered by pesky flies, a crocodile with a sore tooth, a giraffe with something stuck behind its ear, and a worried zebra who can’t relax. The bird has an idea: maybe if he helps them, they’ll want to be his friends! But will his plan work? And what will the bird ask for in return?
No One Like Me
A curious young animal searches the entire world, wondering if anyone else is quite like them. From the water hole to forests and beyond, they look everywhere for a kindred spirit. What will they discover about what makes them unique? Join this gentle adventure of self-discovery and acceptance.
The Flame
Dragon has a big fire test coming up, but he’d rather relax and munch snacks than train. He’s convinced he doesn’t need to practice—he’ll easily create the biggest flame in class! But when test day arrives, something unexpected happens. Will Dragon’s confidence help him succeed, or will he learn an important lesson about hard work?
Animal Friends
Did you know that animals do amazing things to help us every day? From clever birds that build incredible nests to tiny worms that help our gardens grow, discover the incredible friendships between humans and animals. What special talents might your favorite animal have?
Big Fish and Little Fish
Big Fish is trapped in a fishing net! Can Little Fish find someone brave and strong enough to help save his friend? Join Little Fish on an exciting ocean adventure as he searches far and wide, meeting new creatures and discovering that sometimes the most unexpected friends can be the greatest helpers.
I Want to Go Home
Oh no! Bee is lost and cannot find his way home. Luckily, Elephant wants to help! She searches high and low, but finding the right home isn’t easy. A grumpy bird chases them away from her nest, and the dark bat cave definitely isn’t right either. Will Elephant be able to help Bee find his hive? And what happens when it’s time for Elephant to go home too?
Otter and Her Pups
Join a mother otter as she teaches her curious pups everything they need to know to survive in the wild! From diving and swimming to avoiding danger, these playful pups have so much to learn. Will they master all the skills their clever mum is teaching them? Follow along as they discover their watery home and grow stronger every day!
The Nest
A mother bird waits for her eggs to hatch, but she must leave the nest to find food. While she’s away, an unexpected visitor discovers her home. Will the bird make it back in time to protect her precious eggs? Join her on an exciting journey of motherhood and courage.
The Quest
Snap the crocodile dreams of adventure! After talking with her pop about his exciting travels, she decides to leave her river home and explore the big wide world. Along the way, she discovers amazing new plants, tastes different fish, and meets fascinating friends like a star-gazing otter and an incredible leaping dolphin. But will the journey be everything Snap hoped for? And what will she discover about herself along the way?