Free Animal Books for 2nd Graders
The Big Sheep
Rose the sheep has a big problem! After a summer on the hill, all the sheep head home, but there’s a new gate - and Rose is too big to fit through it. Her friends have lots of ideas to help her get smaller: yoga, running, and swimming. Rose tries everything, sweating through the hot summer days, but nothing seems to work. Will Rose ever find a way to get back to her cozy bed?
The Flame
Dragon has a big fire test coming up, but he’d rather relax and eat snacks than practice. He’s convinced he doesn’t need to train—surely he’ll be the best in his class! But when test day arrives, Dragon can only manage a few puffs of smoke. Embarrassed in front of all his friends, Dragon gets a mysterious second chance. Will he find a way to unleash the powerful flame he knows is inside him?
The Giraffe Who Ate the Sun
Giraffe and his mum live in a small house on top of a hill. Mum has to go to work every day, so Giraffe tries to stop the sun from shining so she won’t be so hot.
The Lost Bee
Bella, a brave bee princess, ventures into the forest to gather nectar for the queen’s special elixir. But when she spots an enormous purple flower, she decides to go alone—ignoring her helpers’ safety in numbers. Will Bella’s independence lead her to triumph or trouble? Join her on a thrilling adventure to discover what happens when curiosity meets danger!
The Sea Egg
Bob is fishing when he catches something unexpected—a magnificent sea snake! Instead of being dangerous, the snake needs Bob’s help to reach a mysterious egg hidden on a distant rock. Will Bob be brave enough to help this unusual creature? Join Bob on an underwater adventure full of surprises!
Time to Go Home
Tal’s father gives him an important job: take the calf home before dark. But when Tal spots his friends playing a fun game called Benthik, he can’t resist joining in! Now the sun is setting, and the stubborn calf won’t budge from the tasty grass. Tal pulls and wrestles, but the calf just wants to eat. How will Tal ever get home in time?
Two Mice
A man lives in this house. A mouse named Tik gets in and meets a rope named Klik. Klik says he can help with the cat. Tik and Klik trick the cat and Tik is safe. Tik gives Klik a big hug and calls him the best mouse.
Umbrella
A little duck treasures her big, red umbrella—until it mysteriously disappears! Without her favorite rainy-day companion, she sets out on an unexpected adventure. Along the way, she meets a clever frog, a creative mouse, and other forest friends who each have their own unique solutions. Will the duck find her beloved umbrella, or will she discover something even better?