Grade 2

"...school and public librarians will want to include this in their collections. The audio version...will be in great demand." - School Library Journal Read More →

"Teachers will welcome [this treatment of]...a simple, clear biography of Rosa Parks...The male narrator reads clearly and unemotionally, presenting the facts as Adler reports them...A good… Read More →

A package with simple language and detailed drawings conveys information about the life and accomplishments of Thomas Jefferson. Read More →

As Sarah's family prepares for Passover, Sarah makes sure to save a chair at the table for the prophet Elijah who is said to visit every seder. But when the electricity goes out in the… Read More →

An extended family gathers to harvest apples from Grandpa's apple farm to make cider! From picking and sorting to pulping and pressing, readers will learn all about the process of turning… Read More →

Katy's favorite holiday is Rosh Hashanah, when she gets to pick apples and make applesauce with her mother. But what happens when the tradition is interrupted by the early arrival of her baby cousin? Read More →

"Curious about apples?... Bonnie Kelley Young reads the text slowly so that listeners can absorb all the facts and instructions and peruse the bright illustrations... A good choice for… Read More →

On Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, it is traditional to dip apples and honey in hopes of a sweet New Year. Jews around the world share other foods as well - such as pomegranates… Read More →

What is in the fruit group? Bananas, grapes, lemons, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse and Martin Goneau's humorous illustrations give young readers a whole crop of fruit examples… Read More →

What is in the fruits group? Bananas, grapes, lemons, and much more. Brian P. Cleary's goofy verse and Martin Goneau's humorous illustrations give young readers a whole crop of fruit examples… Read More →

Get a close-up view of the life of an apple tree. Read More →

In Jerusalem, in the early 20th century, a little girl named Malka—"queen" in Hebrew—dreams of dressing up as Queen Esther. It is the festival of Purim, and all the kids are looking forward… Read More →

This book provides activities for a rainy day, and summarizes the signs and effects of rain. Read More →

In this Early Bird title, readers learn about the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the arctic fox. Read More →

JJ’s little sister, Nala, loves her pet stick. But JJ wants a real pet for his birthday. So when he catches a frog at the pond, he’ll do anything to keep it—but will his parents let him?… Read More →

Have you ever felt like you could read a friend's mind? Is it possible to predict the future or move objects without touching them? Many people claim to have psychic abilities. Whether these… Read More →

Leaves are changing colors. The days are getting cooler. Farmers harvest crops. It’s time to carve a pumpkin! Do you know what season is here? It’s fall! What else happens in fall? Read this… Read More →

The days are getting warmer. And they’re getting longer. Baby birds are hatching. The grass is turning green. Do you know what season is here? It’s spring! What else happens in spring? Read… Read More →

The days are hot and sunny. Flowers are in bloom. Ducks swim with their babies behind them. People play baseball and go swimming. Do you know what season is here? It’s summer! What else… Read More →

The trees are bare. Puddles have turned to ice. Birds puff up their feathers to stay warm. Hot cocoa hits the spot! Do you know what season is here? It’s winter! What else happens in winter?… Read More →

First Mate Hugh has the whole crew and the pirate ship ready, but they can't set sail until they find a captain! Come on this swashbuckling adventure as Hugh and his scurvy seadogs try to… Read More →

Argentinosaurus is one of the biggest sauropods, a group of enormous, long-necked, and plant-eating dinosaurs. Read about this gentle giant and a range of other fascinating dinosaurs… Read More →

Ankylosaurus was a heavily armored dinosaur that could knock down other dinosaurs with its tail club. Read this book to discover more about it and other fascinating dinosaurs. Read More →