Grade 2

Full of mischief (and then remorse), Peter Cottontail has exploits that are delightfully recognizable and will surely tickle yet another generation of young readers. The Adventures of Peter… Read More →

Did you know that Davy Crockett fought in a famous battle at the Alamo? From behind the walls of the fort, Americans fought for independence. Thousands of people still visit the Alamo to… Read More →

Did you know that the word Alamo means cottonwood in Spanish? Or that the first hospital in Texas was inside the Alamo? Go back in time to understand why hundreds of men lost their lives… Read More →

Discover the dangerous world of ferocious hunting predators. This book delves into the most accomplished hunters, scoring them from least to most deadly! Meet the sneaky cheetah with a body… Read More →

From attiéké to zobo and all the amazing foods in between, The Amazing Foods of Africa introduces readers to the traditional ingredients and dishes cooked and enjoyed in many African… Read More →

Do you know where honey comes from? Yes, bees make honey, but how do they do it? What makes honey so sweet? Who do you think the bees are making the honey for? Focus Skills: j, qu, v, w, x, y, z, zz Read More →

Do you know why there are thirteen stripes and fifty stars on the American flag? Or how the American flag inspired Francis Scott Key to write "The Star Spangled Banner?" Find out the answers… Read More →

Have you ever seen an ant farm? Have you watched ants or other tiny creatures in the wild? A speck is something that is very small and hard to see. Introduces sound: short e, final blend:… Read More →

In this award-winning chapter book about prejudice and justice, an orphan girl is adopted by a gorilla who lives in a junkyard. Their growing friendship defies all odds. Now an animated… Read More →

A little apple tree in a forest of oaks begs God for stars like those glimmering on the branches of the great oak trees beside her. As the seasons pass, she learns to appreciate her own gifts Read More →

Arctic terns make a long trip from the top of the world to the bottom and back again every year. In fact, arctic terns have the longest migration of any known animal! From egg to bird and all Read More →

Shoshana loves spending time at Grandma Jacobs' art studio and for Shavuot, Grandma Jacobs has a very special art project in mind! Shoshana learns how to make papercuts by carefully folding… Read More →

What is America? Shape a fascinating image of the United States through the eyes of eighteen artists who have painted, sculpted, and photographed the U.S. landscape and culture. This latest… Read More →

The great babka bake-off is on! Esther and Hester’s new neighbor, Sylvester, will gladly be their babka tester, and decide which sister’s Babka is the best. With cat Lester and dog Chester,… Read More →

When an egg arrives on his doorstep, Beast doesn't quite know what to do: feed it? Take it for a nice long walk? Drop it? Doctor Yoko tells him he must keep it warm and just wait, but exactly Read More →

Are bald eagles actually bald? Discover the meaning of the bald eagle in the US and what the different symbols on the Great Seal represent. Read More →

As your bath water drains, that slurping sound it makes is the Bath Monster—dirty bath water is his SECOND favorite food. No one wants to find out what his FIRST favorite food is . . . until… Read More →

Wilbur's blue bathtub is too small for him to bathe in. But he can't let it go. Thanks to his parents, he can still keep the bathtub and enjoy wonderful time with it. Read More →

Middle-kid Emma is stuck between her two brothers, again. She has to ride in the middle seat as her family heads out on a weeklong beach vacation with friends, where Emma knows that being… Read More →

A picture book with delicate illustrations that explains the path of grief, ending with the uplifting new beginning of a budding friendship based on understanding. A Kirkus Reviews Best… Read More →

There once was a bear who had NOTHING to wear, and normally, teddy bears don't really care, / They’re happy to dress how you want them to dress, but Albie was not, I am bound to confess. Each Read More →

What kind of birthday party would you like to have? Have you always wanted to be an astronaut? Do you love rainbows? Do you find a roomful of monsters appealing? Or perhaps you’re a budding… Read More →

An ecosystem is a community of animals and plants that work together to create an environment that supports their life. Every ecosystem needs plants and animals that help keep the environment Read More →