Free Nature Books for 2nd Graders
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?
Litterbug
Di loves throwing trash everywhere, but soon discovers her messy habit comes with a stinky price! As garbage follows her like a cloud and her friends disappear, Di realizes something has to change. Will she find a way to break free from her littering ways, or will the trash cloud follow her forever?
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.
A Goat Home
Gilly the goat is having a terrible time in the hottest summer she can remember! She tries hiding under a tall leaf in the stream, but it doesn’t cover her. She looks for shade by some shrubs, but that doesn’t work either. Then Gilly visits the town and sees people building something that gives her a brilliant idea. Can Gilly find a way to escape the heat and build something amazing all by herself?
A Special Flower
Meet a little white oak flower who feels different from all the other blossoms in the garden. While other flowers seem so much more beautiful with their bright colors and pretty shapes, this flower wonders why it looks so unusual. One night, the stars seem to whisper a message - go search the world and see what you find! What will the little flower discover on its magical journey through the skies? Will it finally understand what makes it special?
Bub Goes Up
When Bub spots a kite flying high in the sky, she just has to grab it! But oh no—the strong wind catches the kite and Bub starts floating up, up, and away! Can her family work together to bring her back down safely? Find out what happens when one curious little girl discovers the power of the wind!
Cats and Crabs
When Deb’s curious cat discovers something strange hiding in a hole in the yard, she never expects to find a crab! Deb decides to rescue the little creature and bring it inside to keep it safe from her playful kitten. She feeds the crab and watches it grow bigger and bigger. But then something surprising happens—the crab has babies! Can Deb take care of a whole crab family, or will these clever creatures have other plans?
Curly or Not
Discover the fascinating world of curly and straight! From bouncy hair and coiled tails to winding staircases and delicious spiral snacks, this book explores all the different shapes and curves we see every day. What curly or straight things can you find around you?
I Am Up
A little bird works hard to build the perfect nest high in the tree where it will be safe. But when danger strikes, the bird must face unexpected challenges and surprises. Will the bird ever find a truly safe place to rest? Follow along as this brave little bird discovers what it takes to be safe in the sky.