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1. Hello Lighthouse. by Sophie Blackall. Get it HERE. Hello Lighthouse won the 2019 Caldecott Medal for exemplary illustrations in a picture book. This surprisingly emotional story tells the tale of a lighthouse keeper and his family. It’s outstanding. 2. Most Magnificent Thing.
From fractured fairy tales and mysteries to early chapter books and biographies, these 16 books will captivate second grade readers. Grade. 2. Keep your students reading and boost the development of more complex language and reading comprehension with this collection of titles just right for the second grade classroom.
- The Wilderness by Steve Mccarthy
- This Book Is Banned by Raj Haldar
- Dear Unicorn by Josh Funk
- Moving The Millers’ Minnie Moore Mine Mansion: A True Story by Dave Eggers
- Lunch from Home by Joshua David Stein
- The World’S Best Class Plant by Liz Garton Scanlon and Audrey Vernick
- 100 Mighty Dragons All Named Broccoli by David Larochelle
- My Papi Has A Motorcycle by Isabel Quintero
- If You Come to Earth by Sophie Blackall
- Your Name Is A Song by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow
Oktober Vasylenko is part of an adventurous family, but he prefers to stay closer to home … and definitely indoors. He’s heard people speak of “the Wilderness” and he’s sure it’s a terrible monster lurking outside. This story about fear, bravery, imagination, differing perspectives, and, of course, nature, is sure to start some lively classroom dis...
This clever book puts a hilarious spin on an important topic. Introduce kids to the dangers of censorship in a developmentally appropriate way, while simultaneously making them laugh out loud. Buy it: This Book Is Bannedon Amazon
Not just for unicorn lovers, though you probably have plenty of them in second grade! Pen pals Connie and Nic send letters and art back and forth all year. They learn a lot about each other—but when they finally meet, they are shocked to find out Connie is a human and Nic is a unicorn! Perfect for discussing characters and relationships, along with...
When Annie had to raise pigs to earn a living but her neighborhood did not allow livestock, what did she do? She figured out how to move her house 4 miles down the road! Second graders who love quirky true stories will adore this account of how a 19th-century widow in Idaho tackled a problem in an innovative way. Add this fun read-aloud to your sec...
Four chefs contributed memories about being teased for bringing school lunches from their home cultures to create this school lunch story. The targeted kids try out bringing sandwiches like everyone else, but soon that feels … boring. Ultimately everyone agrees that a lunch from home that you love is always delicious. This title is good for discuss...
Students in Room 109 envy all the other classrooms that have animal pets. All they have is a plant. It’s so boring … or is it? Over time students come to appreciate their faithful spider plant and learn lots about plants in the process. We’re adding this to our second grade books to to share during a science unit on plants. Buy it: The World’s Best...
This counting “down” book is perfect for introducing subtraction story problems. Through zany, random events, a crew of 100 dragons (all named Broccoli) gradually part ways. Perfect for adding a little laughter to math class. Buy it: 100 Mighty Dragons All Named Broccolion Amazon
A young girl tells the tale of a motorcycle ride around her neighborhood with her Papi. Lean on this title for studying character traits and emotions and as a fresh, diverse mentor text for personal narrative writing. Buy it: My Papi Has a Motorcycleon Amazon
The illustrations in this new title from two-time Caldecott medalist Sophie Blackall are gorgeous, as are the book’s themes of connectedness and inclusivity. Share it to open community-building conversations, or to support your social studies curriculum. Having students write their own “If you come to …” letters would be an awesome writing prompt t...
When Kora-Jalimuso’s teacher and classmates can’t pronounce her name, her mother gives her the most empowering, uplifting advice of all: Tell them her name is a song. Share this affirming story at the start of the school year or to lead off conversations about celebrating identity. Every classroom needs this book! Buy it: Your Name Is a Songon Amaz...
Mar 2, 2023 · If you’re a parent, teacher, or librarian looking for the best 2nd books for 2nd graders (7 year olds) boys and girls, this chapter book list can help with recommendations of funny books to fantasy and realistic books; you’ll find your next favorite beginning chapter book for every child and interest.
Oct 1, 2001 · 45 Best Books for 2nd Graders. Best Books for 2nd Graders. Explore books that 2nd graders will love! This list features age-appropriate and highly recommended reads, ranked based on their prominence in educational and book-loving circles. Recommendations from 16 articles, Gretchen Rubin, Amy Cuddy, Shannon Miller and 5 others. Children.
Mar 8, 2024 · There are so many options for 2nd grade reading books that will introduce kids to new characters and concepts while broadening their vocabulary and improving their reading skills. Plus, you’ll get to spend so much more time together finding new favorites to love.
Best Books for Second-Graders. Age 7 or 8 is a time when kids have a huge range of reading levels. Some are really ready for chapter books, while others are just getting the hang of storytime in general. The challenge at this age is finding good books they'll stick with.
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