Free Family Books for 2nd Graders
He Can Draw
Paul loves to draw! Every day after school, he sketches amazing pictures using simple shapes. Watch as he combines circles, boxes, and lines into something wonderful. Can you guess what Paul is creating before he reveals his final special touch?
Market Fun
Join a young reader on a magical day at the busy market with their dad! From colorful treats to enchanting music and wonderful treasures at every stall, there’s so much to explore and discover. What will they find most exciting—the delicious snacks, the mesmerizing musician, or something else entirely?
My Cat
When her dad comes home with groceries, a girl gets to draw the food before dinner. She’s taken drawing classes and loves creating art! But when she tries to draw her moving cat, she faces a tricky challenge. What creative idea will help her turn her drawings into something amazing?
Puppy's Birthday
Meet Kara and her playful puppy Pip! When Kara discovers that Pip is turning one year old, she and her mum head to town to plan a surprise birthday party. But Pip has heard the exciting news and has his own plans! He sets off to invite all his animal friends—birds, rabbits, and turtles—to celebrate with him. What will happen when Kara returns home with a big birthday cake? Who will end up being the most surprised?
The Cap
Don chooses a special blue cap at the shop, but when the wind carries it high into a tree at the park, he’s heartbroken. Just when things seem hopeless, something magical happens. Will Don ever see his cap again, and what unexpected friendship might he discover along the way?
The Little Fish Goes Deep
Every day, a little fish swims with his mother in the shallow sea, staying far away from the deep water. But the little fish is curious - what amazing things might be hiding in the deep? When his mother says no, he sneaks away to explore anyway. He discovers beautiful colours and amazing creatures, but then he spots a strange dark boulder. What is it? And what will happen when the little fish gets too close?
The Magic Loom
Kim loves falling asleep to the sound of her mother singing and weaving at her loom. But one afternoon, a strange tapping noise wakes her up. Following the sound, she discovers a mysterious loom that begins weaving all by itself! Before she knows it, the magic loom whisks her up into the sky and through the clouds. Where will this incredible journey take her, and what wonders will she discover along the way?
The Mouse Who Reads
Ting is no ordinary mouse—instead of searching for crumbs, he sneaks into houses to read books! When his little brother Tang tags along, Ting discovers Tang would rather eat the pages than read them. Ting decides to teach Tang how to read, but there’s one big problem: a hungry cat lives in the house! Can the two mouse brothers escape the cat’s claws and share the joy of reading together?
Lots of Pots
It’s a sunny summer day, and Pip and Tom discover a pile of paint pots left by house painters. When the painters offer them brushes and pots, the children can’t resist! They have so much fun painting the gate together. But what happens when Pip gets a wild idea and starts painting on the blank wall? Will their mum be happy with their colorful creations?
Apam Cake
Abdul is excited to help make Apam Cake for the festival, but when his mother gets hurt, he decides to bake it himself for the first time. With flour flying and batter splattering everywhere, can he create the perfect sweet treat before all the other cooks—or will something unexpected happen?