STEM Books for 2nd Graders
Ned Protects His Wheat
Ned works hard to grow wheat on his farm, dreaming of a big harvest. But when a creepy visitor destroys his crops, Ned must find a way to protect his hard work. Will Ned’s new plan keep his wheat safe? Join Ned and discover how determination and clever thinking can save the day!
Ned is a Wizard
Ned dreams of becoming a wizard! With help from The Book, he sets out on an exciting quest to gather special materials from mines and lava flows. He works hard to collect diamonds and mysterious black rock. But what will Ned discover when he builds his wizard desk at the top of his tower? Join Ned on his magical adventure to find out!
Ned the Swordsman
Ned loves his farm but fears the dark creatures that lurk at night. When brave Ned decides to fight back instead of hide, a mysterious Book offers to help him forge something special. Will Ned’s homemade weapon be enough to face the dangers of the dark? Join Ned on an exciting quest to discover his courage!
Ned's Fashion Show
Ned the knight is feeling unhappy about his boring brown armour. When his friend The Book suggests using flowers to make colourful dyes, Ned gets creative! He tries red armour, then yellow, but nothing feels quite right. What happens when Ned decides to mix the colours together? And what is the secret project he’s been working on all day? Join Ned on his colourful adventure of creativity and discovery!
The Dragonfly Net
When Kim and you need to catch an insect for a school project, you spot a speedy dragonfly on the playground. Your hands are too slow—but what if you could use nature itself to help? Discover how teamwork and clever thinking can solve the trickiest problems. Will you manage to catch the dragonfly without hurting its delicate wings?
Vines
Discover the amazing world of vines! These stretchy plants can climb trees, cover houses, and grow delicious fruit. But did you know that vines can be both helpful and harmful? Some vines have special curly tendrils that grip tightly to anything nearby, while others spread across the ground like nature’s blanket. What kinds of vines might you find in your own neighborhood?
Chuck it!
Dr Can Do has a big problem – his lab is buried under a mountain of stuff! He has been so busy thinking and inventing that he forgot to clean up. Now he can barely move! Dr Can Do knows he needs to get rid of some things, but throwing them away is taking forever. Can he use his brilliant inventor brain to find a faster way to tidy up his messy lab?
Colour Mix
Have you ever wondered how artists create all the colours in the rainbow? Discover the magic of mixing in this exciting book about primary colours! Learn what makes red, yellow, and blue so special, and explore what happens when you combine them together. Get ready to be amazed by the science of colour!
Prickly
Jill returns from the mines tired and hungry, needing golden carrots to heal. But growing carrots fast requires bone meal, and bone meal comes from prickly cactus in the desert! Dr Can Do has a clever plan involving water, boats, and a special machine. Can his creative invention solve their prickly problem? Discover how teamwork and smart thinking help friends overcome tricky challenges in this exciting Minecraft-inspired adventure!
A Goat Home
Jill the goat is feeling too hot and needs to find a cool place to rest. She tries hiding under a leaf like the frogs do, and she searches in bushes like other goats. But nothing seems to work! When Jill discovers people building a hut in town, she gets a creative idea. Will Jill be able to build her own special home to escape the summer heat?