Grade 2

One of the most recognizable animals among early readers, toucans are known for their vibrant coloring and large bills. These tropical birds live in small flocks high up in rain forest… More →

Heavy snow falls from the sky as the wind fiercely blows. The snow swirls around and around, making it impossible to see. In this captivating introduction to blizzards, early readers will be… More →

Huge blades, giant tracks, and powerful engines enable these colossal bulldozers to wipe out anything in their paths. They can even move 90 cubic yards of material per pass! Plow through more More →

At nearly 30 feet long and 14 feet high, these massive tractors tear up fields with incredible power. After a day of ripping cropland, the points even glow red hot! Young readers will harvest More →

Massive aircraft carry space station components, multiple school buses, and even smaller airplanes! The world’s largest airplanes are more than 20 feet longer than the Wright brothers’ famous More →

Mice will eat just about anything, from grain to cheese to glue. These small rodents live all over the world and tend to stay near humans to scavenge for food. In the wild, mice often became… More →

What has a wide mouth, a pink tongue, short legs, and slimy, black-and-yellow skin? If you guessed a fire salamander, you're right! This book introduces early readers to a mystery animal by… More →

Groundhogs are big rodents—the largest in the squirrel family, in fact. They spend summers eating grasses, plants, and fruits before hibernating during the winters in underground burrows.… More →

Strong winds send dirt and branches flying through the air. A huge tower of spinning air forms and destroys everything in its path. Houses are flattened and cars are tossed through the air.… More →

For days and days, rainstorms pound a community. A nearby river swells until its banks overflow. Water surges over the land, washing away roads and buildings. In this captivating introduction More →

A popular cartoon co-star, the roadrunner is known for its speed. Roadrunners can run up to 18 miles per hour! They live up to their name, spending most of their time running on the ground… More →

Strong winds send dirt and branches flying through the air. A huge tower of spinning air forms and destroys everything in its path. Houses are flattened and cars are tossed through the air.… More →