These second grade read-aloud books are perfect for seven to nine year olds at home, in the classroom, or at the library.
I read these books aloud with second grade classes that visit the school library weekly, but I also will read them with my children as they move into mid-elementary.
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Amazing Second Grade Read-Aloud Books
Snack Attack! by Terry Border
The snacks must survive the Kid at any cost! A fun story of survival second graders will love!
Nothing Rhymes with Orange by Adam Rex
The illustrations and layout of this book are genius! It’s a super fun read-aloud.
When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree by Jamie L.B. Deenihan
This is a super sweet book about growing a garden. My students all wanted lemon trees after reading this story!
Lost Treasure of the Emerald Eye by Geronimo Stilton
The first book in a series of short chapter books, Geronimo Stilton is going to steal the attention of boys and girls!
Don’t Let Them Disappear by Chelsea Clinton
A nonfiction book about endangered animals. It’s full of interesting facts about interesting animals.
The Truth About Butterflies by Maxwell Eaton III
A really fun illustrated non-fiction book about butterflies and their life cycles.
Leroy Ninker Saddles Up by Kate DiCamillo
A great beginner chapter book read-aloud for second graders set in the world of Mercy Watson – another great series by Kate DiCamillo.
How to Build a Haunted House by Frank Tupta
This rhyming book is all about spooky creatures making a home for a family in need. It’s fun and sweet and a tiny bit spooky.
The Three Little Super Pigs by Claire Evans
This book is a perfect spin-off of the classic “The Three Little Pigs.” Second graders will really get it and love to spot the differences from the original story.
