Best Read Alouds For 2nd Grade - April 2024

This School Year Will Be the BEST!

On the first day of school, new classmates are asked to share what they would most like to happen in the upcoming year. Some kids' hopes are familiar while others are off-the-wall. Whether it's looking good on picture day or skateboarding at school, everyone's wishes are shown in humorously exaggerated illustrations. As the first day draws to a close, there can be no doubt—this school year will definitely be the best!

• ASIN: 0142426962
• ASIN: 0142426962
• ISBN: 0142426962
• Manufacturer: Puffin Books

How Not to Start Third Grade (Step into Reading 4)

Will should be excited to start third grade. But his little brother, Steve, is starting kindergarten. The same laugh-out-loud writing and hilarious illustrations that brought us How Not to Babysit Your Brother now portray the tribulations and embarrassments of starting school with a very troublesome little brother. School will never be the same!Cathy Hapka and Ellen Titlebaum are the authors of many books for children. This is their second book about Will and Steve. They live in Lincoln University, Pennsylvania, and New York City, respectively.Debbie Palen has illustrated many books for childr... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0375839046
• ASIN: 0375839046
• ISBN: 0375839046
• Brand: Random House Books for Young Readers
• Manufacturer: Random House Books for Young Readers

Second Grade, Here I Come!

This year go back to school for Second Grade—and get ready to go with these fun and silly poems!D. J. Steinberg's heartfelt, relatable, and silly poems bring to life the highlights of second grade—reading those big-kid books, trying out for the school play, and even dance breaks to wiggle "arms and legs and kaboodles. . . like a big bunch of second-grade noodles!" Covering an entire school year of holidays, memorable moments, and important life lessons, this is perfect for soon-to-be second graders!

• ASIN: 0515158089
• ASIN: 0515158089
• ISBN: 0515158089
• Brand: GROSSET DUNLAP
• Manufacturer: Grosset & Dunlap

Keena Ford and the Second-Grade Mix-Up

Keena Ford doesn't mean to be a troublemaker, but sometimes things get out of hand. Lucky for her, it's the beginning of the second grade and Keena's got a clean slate. So when her new second-grade teacher, Ms. Campbell, mistakenly thinks it's her birthday and brings in a huge chocolate cake, Keena realizes that she's gotten herself into a sticky situation. She knows she has to tell the truth, but it's not easy to turn down her very own birthday cake and a chance to wear a sparkly crown. How will Keena get out of this mess?

• ASIN: 0142413968
• ASIN: 0142413968
• ISBN: 0142413968
• Brand: Puffin Books
• Manufacturer: Puffin Books

Mercy Watson: Princess in Disguise

"Halloween was made for carefree Mercy Watson." — School Library JournalWhen the Watsons decide to zip their porcine wonder into a formfitting princess dress for Halloween — complete with tiara — they are certain that Mercy will be beautiful beyond compare. Mercy is equally certain she likes the sound of trick-or-treating and can picture piles of buttered toast already. As for the Lincoln Sisters next door, how could they know that their cat would lead them all on a Halloween "parade" of hysterical proportions? Kate DiCamillo’s beguiling pig is back in a tale full of treats, tricky tur... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0763649511
• ASIN: 0763649511
• ISBN: 9780763649517
• Brand: Candlewick
• Manufacturer: Candlewick

Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja

Age Level: 9 - 12 | Grade Level: 4th and upMy name is Chase Cooper, and I'm a 6th grade ninja. It's my first day at a different school and the only person I know is my cousin, Zoe (but she might be a little too cool for me). I was just another scrawny kid until a group of ninjas recruited me into their clan. It was a world of trouble I wasn't prepared for, which is why I kept this diary (or "chronicle" as my dad would call it) - to warn other kids about the dangers of becoming a ninja. They say history is destined to repeat itself... well, not if I can help it.Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja is a h... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1493527487
• ASIN: 1493527487
• ISBN: 1493527487
• Manufacturer: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

What If Everybody Did That?

If you drop just one soda can out the window, it’s no big deal ... right? But what if everybody did that? What if everybody broke the rules ... and spoke during story time, didn’t wash up, or splashed too much at the pool? Then the world would be a mess. But what if everybody obeyed the rules so that the world would become a better place? Using humorous illustrations rendered in mixed media, these questions are answered in a child-friendly way and show the consequences of thoughtless behavior.

• ASIN: 0761456864
• ASIN: 0761456864
• ISBN: 0761456864
• Brand: Cavendish Square Publishing
• Manufacturer: Two Lions

The Ramona Collection, Vol. 1: Beezus and Ramona / Ramona the Pest / Ramona the Brave / Ramona and Her Father [4 Book Box set]

Ramona does everything in her own special way.

• ASIN: 0061246476
• ASIN: 0061246476
• ISBN: 0061246476
• Brand: HarperCollins
• Manufacturer: HarperCollins

Wonder

• ASIN: 0375869026
• ASIN: 0375869026
• ISBN: 0375969020
• Brand: Alfred A Knopf Books for Young Readers
• Manufacturer: Knopf Books for Young Readers

Rosie Revere, Engineer

The beloved New York Times bestselling picture book about pursuing one’s passion with persistence and learning to celebrate each failure on the road to achieving one’s dreams. And now you can follow Rosie’s further adventures—with her friends Iggy Peck and Ada Twist—in the instant New York Times bestseller Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters, the first in a BRAND-NEW chapter book series, The Questioneers! Rosie Revere dreamed of becoming a great engineer. Where some people see rubbish, Rosie sees inspiration. Alone in her room at night, shy Rosie constructs great inventions from od... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1419708457
• UPC: 001419708457
• ASIN: 1419708457
• ISBN: 1419708457
• Brand: imusti
• Manufacturer: Harry N. Abrams

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone: The Illustrated Edition (Harry Potter, Book 1)

The beloved first book of the Harry Potter series, now fully illustrated by award-winning artist Jim Kay. For the first time, J.K. Rowling's beloved Harry Potter books will be presented in lavishly illustrated full-color editions. Kate Greenaway-award-winning artist Jim Kay has created over 100 stunning illustrations, making this deluxe format a perfect gift as much for a child being introduced to the series, as for the dedicated fan.   Harry Potter has never been the star of a Quidditch team, scoring points while riding a broom far above the ground. He knows no spells, has never helped to ha... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0545790352
• ASIN: 0545790352
• ISBN: 0545790352
• Brand: Arthur a Levine
• Manufacturer: Arthur A. Levine Books

The Chocolate Touch

In this zany twist on the legend of King Midas and his golden touch, a boy acquires a magical gift that turns everything his lips touch into chocolate!Can you ever have too much of your favorite food? John Midas is about to find out….The Chocolate Touch has remained a favorite for millions of kids, teachers, and parents for several generations. It's an enjoyable story that pulls in even reluctant readers. 

• ASIN: 0688161332
• ASIN: 0688161332
• ISBN: 0688161332
• Brand: HarperCollins
• Manufacturer: HarperCollins

Second Grade Holdout

Second grade? Pfff! No, thanks. The comically anxious narrator in this book thought that first grade had its problems, but overall it was pretty awesome. He'll take grade one over grade two any day, thank you very much! Especially because he and Tyler, his best friend, will not be in the same class this school year. On top of that, Tyler's sisters have been feeding the boys a steady stream of rumors about the horrors of second grade. Luckily they catch on that just maybe some of those stories are not one hundred percent true. Could it be that second grade is not so bad? Find out in this laugh-... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0544876814
• ASIN: 0544876814
• ISBN: 0544876814
• Brand: Clarion Books
• Manufacturer: Clarion Books

Magic Tree House Boxed Set, Books 1-4: Dinosaurs Before Dark, The Knight at Dawn, Mummies in the Morning, and Pirates Past Noon

"The first four books in Mary Pope Osborne's wildly popular Magic Treehouse series, packaged in a box set that's perfect for advancing readers. Osborne's combination of adventure, magic, and history will soon have readers asking for more books in the series." - Seira Wilson, Amazon Editor. The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Meet Jack and Annie! Jack and his younger sister, Annie, are just regular kids. But when they discover a tree house in the woods, something magical happens. Jack and Annie are whisk... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0375813659
• UPC: 090129015962
• ASIN: 0375813659
• ISBN: 9780375813658
• Brand: RANDOM HOUSE
• Manufacturer: Random House Books for Young Readers

The Beginner's Bible: Timeless Children's Stories

Millions of children and their parents can’t be wrong. The bright and vibrant illustrations enhance every word of The Beginner’s Bible® to produce one of the most moving and memorable Bible experiences a young child can have. The Beginner’s Bible is where a child’s journey towards a lifelong love of God’s Word begins.Kids will enjoy reading the story of Noah’s Ark as they see Noah helping the elephant onto the big boat. They will learn about the prophet Jonah as they see him praying inside the fish. And they will follow along with the text of Jesus’ ministry as they see a man i... [Read More]

• ASIN: 031075013X
• UPC: 025986750138
• ASIN: 031075013X
• ISBN: 031075013X
• Brand: HarperCollins Christian Pub.
• Manufacturer: Zonderkidz

The Best Seat in Second Grade

Sam loves sitting next to the class hamster, George Washington, but he's tired of waiting to be chosen as Hamster Helper. So when his class goes to the science museum, Sam decides to bring George

• UPC: 4789068
• Rating: 5.0

The Best Chef in Second Grade

Ollie loves to cook. When he learns that the famous Chef Antonia will visit his second-grade classroom, he can't wait. However, everyone must bring in their family's favorite dish, but Ollie's family doesn't have a

• UPC: 9250476

The Best Teacher in Second Grade

The lively characters from "The Best Seat in Second Grade" return for this endearing story filled with moons, comets, and second-grade stars. full

• UPC: 5378160
• Rating: 5.0

The Read-Aloud Scaffold : Best Books to Enhance Content Area Curriculum, Grades Pre-K� 3

This compendium of outstanding read-aloud choices for grades pre-K-3 will enrich and extend content area instruction, helping busy teachers to meet curriculum requirements within the confines of their busy

• UPC: 16215244