Funny Books for 2nd Graders
Paws Off the Ball!
Coach Vic has a secret tucked inside an old trunk, and his shelves are packed with shiny trophies like pirate treasure. What could be so exciting? When he pulls out a big white volleyball and promises to teach everyone how to play, eyes go wide and hands shoot up - especially Dog’s paws! But will Dog remember the rules once the ball starts flying? This decodable reader practices es plurals in words like ‘beaches,’ ‘matches,’ ‘watches,’ and ‘wishes.’
Pups!
Get ready to meet the cutest pups ever! From a tiny pup peeking out of a cup to playful puppies at the park, this book is packed with adorable moments. You’ll see pups snoozing, playing with toys, and even learning important lessons. Some pups have favorite teddy bears, while others love squeaky balls. But wait - is everything in this book really a pup? Can you spot which one is tricky? Discover all the wonderful things that make puppies such special friends!
The Pumpkin Patch
Zom adores his pumpkin patch more than anything - he waters the pumpkins, sings to them, and dreams of baking the most incredible pumpkin cakes ever. But one morning, a pumpkin is gone. Then two more vanish without a trace! Who - or what - is stealing from Zom’s patch under cover of darkness? Can he stay awake long enough to catch the sneaky thief? This decodable reader practices compound words such as ‘backyard,’ ‘sunrise,’ ’nightfall,’ and ‘moonlight.’
Hands Off My Joke!
Dr Can Do has the world’s best Christmas joke saved up - but someone keeps stealing his punchlines! Will he finally get to deliver his grand finale at Christmas dinner, or will a sneaky joke thief beat him to it one more time? A warm, giggly family tale full of crackers, candles, and laughter around the table. This decodable reader practices the igh phonogram in words like ‘bright,’ ’light,’ ‘sight,’ ‘might,’ and ’tight.’
Birthday Pet
It’s Lisa’s birthday, and her parents have promised her a pet - but what kind will it be? An elephant is too stompy, a crocodile too snappy, and a skunk? Far too smelly! Will Lisa ever find the perfect birthday surprise, or is every animal in the world just a little bit wrong for her hilltop home? Join her hunt for a furry best friend! This decodable reader practices VC/CV syllables in words such as ‘birthday,’ ‘hilltop,’ ‘puppy,’ ‘sudden,’ and ’trumpet.’
A Mouse In Our House!
There’s a cheeky little mouse on the loose, and Gran is standing on the couch! Can Mom’s broom catch it? Will the cat even bother to try? As the whole family ends up squished under the bed hiding from one tiny, grinning troublemaker, something surprising happens - the baby claps and giggles at their furry visitor. Could a mouse in the house actually be fun? This decodable reader practices the ‘ou’ sound in words like ‘mouse,’ ‘house,’ ’loud,’ ‘round,’ and ‘proud.’
Don't Eat That Cat!
When Dad comes home with bags bursting with colorful fruit and veg, Girl grabs her sketchpad quick - can she draw it all before dinner? Tomatoes and cucumbers sit still so nicely, but what happens when she tries to sketch Cat, who won’t stop slinking across the floor? Will her pencil ever catch such a wiggly subject? This decodable reader practices words with prefixes such as ‘unpack,’ ‘redo,’ ‘inspect,’ ‘dislikes,’ and ‘remake.’
Don't Sit There, Sam!
Meet Sam, the puppy who loves one thing more than anything in the whole wide world - sitting! From the moment he’s born, Sam plonks down wherever he pleases: in the middle of paths, on cliff edges, even when he’s meant to be chasing sheep. But what happens when this giant, goofy dog and his quiet trio of family line up at the edge of a dock? Will Sam ever learn where NOT to sit? This decodable reader practices vowel team syllables in words like ‘being,’ ‘giant,’ ‘quiet,’ and ’trio.’
Don't Step on Tim!
Tim is a tiny tin robot no bigger than a thimble, and he is certain he was built for BIG adventures. So when a lost blue button bounces past his feet, off he marches to find its owner! But can one little robot dodge giant sneakers, slobbery dogs, and splashing cars without getting squashed along the way? This decodable reader practices le/al/el/il words such as ’little,’ ‘puddle,’ ‘scramble,’ ‘wobbled,’ and ‘simple.’
Get a Pot!
Join in on a rhyming adventure where getting a pot leads to exciting journeys! From train trips along the coast to unexpected boat companions, each goal brings new surprises and fun. Will our characters roam home or take a different route? Discover the playful twists waiting in every verse!