Grade 2

Have you heard about animals that hibernate? They sleep for a long time right through the winter, then wake up in the spring. Bears stay asleep in caves all winter when it is cold and there… Read More →

What's that dog with the perky ears, big eyes, and lively personality? It's the Boston terrier! Boston terriers are "people pooches" with playful spirits and keen intelligence. Their owners… Read More →

Which robot is fastest, smartest, or strongest? In robot competitions, the best bots battle it out. See how robots compete to solve puzzles, win races, and crush their opponents in robot… Read More →

Fourteen-year-old John Darragh was a spy. But British-occupied Philadelphia in 1777 was not a safe place for an American spy. If he were captured, John knew he would be hanged. In this… Read More →

Big Bird and friends support young readers as they learn how to work through setbacks. Kids will learn positive self-talk, how to ask for help, and more strategies so they can tackle any… Read More →

A migrating swallow and a migrant girl cross paths while looking for a place to call home. A bird so small that it fits in your hand flies halfway around the world looking for a place to… Read More →

Acrostic? What kind of stick is that? Actually, it's a poem! Acrostic poems are created from a word or phrase written vertically down the page. Each letter becomes part of a line in the poem, Read More →

Boxers are energetic, fun loving, and sweet. Did you know that boxers come from Germany? Or that boxers can be trained as therapy dogs? Learn more about these intelligent canines! Read More →

It's time to enter the ring and meet the greatest boxers of all time! Readers will learn about the sport and look at exciting facts and stats presented in an engaging top-10 format. Read More →

The Brachiosaurus will impress readers with its long features and enormous size. Photorealistic images and leveled text will help readers picture just how massive this dinosaur used to be. Read More →

NBA shooting guard Bradley Beal's amazing offensive skills give the Washington Wizards a chance to win every game they play. Learn about his life, how he prepares for games, and what he does for fun. Read More →

This title in the series will show you how to play tricks on your brain! Observe contour illusions and after-affects, learn about blind spots, and use everyday materials to create your own… Read More →

What can be as foul as it is fun to eat? Your breakfast! Learn how to create a variety of breakfast entrees that are both repulsive and delicious. Cook up dishes like a bowl of brains, spider Read More →

Full of Jewish folktales like "The Lazy Artist," and "Cheating the Inquisitor," this collection offers young readers 16 different riddles and stories that will challenge and entertain. Read More →

Brandon and his brother Riley want to surprise their mom on her birthday. They bake a cake and even make a piñata! They also make a mess. What will Brandon pick for his mom's present? Find… Read More →

Do you look at pictures and read stories in the newspaper? Some of the news is exciting, like sport and new inventions and celebrations, but not every story has a happy ending. There are… Read More →

Some things are very scary. Everybody is frightened of something. What are you frightened of? Grace is brave about most things she sees. Find out one thing that is scary for her. Read More →

A long time ago, there were no shops to sell food. People even had to make their own bread and butter. Do you know an easy way to make bread and butter? It's not hard to do if you follow the… Read More →

Learn about fractions by travelling around the world and seeing what people eat for breakfast in different countries. Read More →

One morning the zookeeper was late. The zoo animals had to wait for their breakfast. The hungry animals made a lot of noise, but they couldn't wake the zookeeper up. Who had a good idea to… Read More →

Breanna Stewart is a talented basketball player for the Seattle Storm. She was the first overall pick in the 2016 Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) draft. That same season she… Read More →

What are comparatives and superlatives? After reading this book, you'll have a much clearer idea and will be the best at forming these descriptive words! Brian P. Cleary and Brian Gable… Read More →

When NFL quarterback Brett Favre joined the Green Bay Packers in 1992, no one knew the impact he would have on the game. In 1997 Favre lead the Packers to victory in Super Bowl XXXI, and he… Read More →