Friendship Books for 2nd Graders
Kittens!
Meet a playful kitten exploring the world with curiosity and wonder! From chasing flies to tumbling with a puppy friend, this little furball is always getting into adventures. Watch as the kitten discovers new things in the park, the yard, and beyond. What exciting discoveries will this kitten make next?
Watch Out, Ted!
Ted is heading to Ava’s birthday party, and he knows every step of the way - even though he cannot see. But when his neighbor Kim follows closely behind, worrying about every puddle and barking dog, can Ted show her that smells, sounds, and a trusty cane are all he needs? How does he find his way so boldly? Step along and find out! This decodable reader practices suffixes in words such as ‘boldly,’ ‘calmly,’ ‘proudly,’ ‘friendship,’ and ‘roughness.’
Don't Tell Dr Can Do!
When the Mischievous Mage sets off a spectacular firework show one night, he expects to get in trouble. Instead, Jill has a surprising request - she wants him to help celebrate something special for the village! Jill has big plans that include a new town square, a fountain, rose bushes, and even a secret surprise for Dr Can Do. What could the surprise be, and how will Dr Can Do react when he finds out?
A Puppet Can...
Meet a puppet with amazing talents! A young puppeteer discovers all the wonderful things their wooden friend can do—from hopping and clapping to performing tap shows and doing tricks. With skillful string work, what incredible feats can this puppet achieve? Find out all the amazing ways a puppet can move, perform, and entertain!
Bones and the Wolves
When a terrible storm hits at nightfall, Bones the hunting dog bolts from Skel’s side and vanishes into the dark hills. Deep in the woods, lost and hungry, he meets a wolf pack with pale, steady eyes - and starts to run wild with them. But can a dog who has forgotten his home ever find his way back to the friend who loves him? This decodable reader practices compound words such as ’nightfall,’ ‘hillside,’ ‘daybreak,’ ‘sunset,’ and ‘pathway.’
Wait! Don't Go!
Today is Sen’s birthday, and the giant boy has crawled up from his underground cave with one enormous wish: to find a friend. But when three village children spot him patting a shiny little bike, everything goes CRUNCH! Can a boy with banana-sized fingers and a thunder-loud voice ever show the kids he only wants to play? Will anyone be brave enough to come back? This decodable reader practices suffixes in words such as ‘boldly,’ ‘gently,’ ‘friendly,’ ‘sadly,’ and ‘slowly.’
I am a Bot
Meet a curious bot with gears and coils who makes an unexpected friend—a dog that can grow big! When a mysterious noise echoes nearby, a giant droid appears with a surprising pet of its own. What happens when these unlikely friends come together? Discover the joy and adventure that unfolds when bots and pets become family!
Tag
Steve is it, and Alex has vanished into a wide-open plains biome full of tall grass, old ruins, and a giant tree perfect for hiding behind. Can the self-proclaimed greatest seeker ever sniff her out? So far he has found a waggy dog, a grumpy cat, and a chicken stuck in a hole - but no Alex. Will Steve spot her before she sneaks to a new hiding spot? This decodable reader practices vowel team syllables in words like ‘being,’ ‘biome,’ ‘creates,’ and ‘quiet.’
The Princess and the Dragon!
A brave warrior arrives to rescue a princess from a fierce dragon. But when he reaches the tower, nothing is quite what he expected! What’s the real story between the princess and the dragon? Join them to discover the truth and uncover a surprising friendship.
Ted
Ted is the new kid at the park, and he’s not very nice. He uses his slingshot to pelt rocks and trash, and he won’t let anyone have fun on the slides or swings. When Ted keeps ruining their games, the kids come up with a clever plan to get him to leave. Will their trick work, and what will happen next?