Best of
2nd-Grade

2002

Magic Tree House: #1-28


Mary Pope Osborne - 2002
    This set includes volumes 1 to 28 of the exciting chapter book series: Magic Tree House by Mary Pope OsborneDinosaurs Before DarkThe Knight at DawnMummies in the MorningPirates Past NoonNight of the NinjasAfternoon on the AmazonSunset of the SabertoothMidnight on the MoonDolphins at DaybreakGhost Town at SundownLions at LunchtimePolar Bears Past BedtimeVacation Under the VolcanoDay of the Dragon KingViking Ships at SunriseHour of the OlypicsTonight on the TitanicBuffalo Before BreakfastTigers at TwilightDingoes at DinnertimeCivil War on SundayRevolutionary War on WednesdayTwister on TuesdayEarthquake in the Early MorningStage Fright on a Summer NightGood Morning, GorillasThanksgiving on ThursdayHigh Tide in Hawaii

George Washington and the General's Dog (Step Into Reading)


Frank Murphy - 2002
    He sees a dog lost on the battlefield. Whose dog is it? How will it find its master? Early readers will be surprised to find out what happens in this little-known true story about America’s first president.

Jasper's Day


Marjorie Blain Parker - 2002
    Everything they do will be in honor of Jasper --- sort of like a birthday. But it isn't Jasper's birthday. The old dog's cancer has gotten really bad. Riley knows they can't let him suffer any longer, but letting go will be the hardest thing he's ever had to do.Marjorie Blain Parker's tender story is filled with smiles, tears and the joy of special memories, and Janet Wilson's gentle pastels capture the depth of love shared by a boy and his dog. Together, they speak of acceptance, remembrance and the importance of cherishing life's every moment.

Annie Rose Is My Little Sister


Shirley Hughes - 2002
    But there are some things Annie Rose is too little to do, and even some things Alfie would rather do without her. Still, if Annie Rose is ever sad or cranky, her big brother is the only person who can make her feel better. This is Shirley Hughes at her best - warm and wonderfully observed illustrations and a touching text convey the special bond between siblings.

Field Trips: Bug Hunting, Animal Tracking, Bird-Watching, Shore Walking


Jim Arnosky - 2002
    He'll help you spot a hawk soaring far overhead and note the details of a dragonfly up close. Study the black-and-white drawings -- based on his own field research -- and you'll discover if those tracks in the brush were made by a deer or a fox.In his celebrated style, this author, artist, and naturalist enthusiastically shares a wealth of tips. Jim Arnosky wants you to enjoy watching wildlife. He carefully explains how field marks, shapes, and location give clues for identifying certain plants and animals wherever you are. He gives hints for sharpening observational skills. And he encourages you to draw and record birds, insects, shells, animal tracks, and other finds from a busy day's watch.

The Usborne First Encyclopedia of Science


Rachel Firth - 2002
    - Amazing photographs and illustrations combine with lively text to illustrate the basics of our planet's animals, what's out in space and much more

God Made You Nose to Toes


Leslie Parrott - 2002
    In this delightful book by well-known author and family therapist Leslie Parrott, little onesages 5 and under can follow along with Toucan--with a great big nose--as he helps them learn God loves each one of them completely.

Shurley English Level 2 Homeschool Edition Student Workbook


Brenda Shurley - 2002
    This includes a PRACTICE BOOKLET and a STUDENT WORKBOOK for grade 2.

The Civil War (Pearson Learning Core Knowledge History & Geography, Grade 2)


The Civil War (Pearson Learning Core Knowledge History & Geography, Grade 2) - 2002
    May be purchased as a single copy or in packs of six copies of the same title.The Student Package includes 1 copy of all 11 Student Books The Teacher Package includes 1 copy of all Teacher Guides plus a FREE Teacher Binder

Up the Learning Tree


Marcia K. Vaughan - 2002
    In fact, most enslaved children, like him, are severely punished if they are even caught with a book. But Henry is curious. He suspects there is something powerful in books, and he wants to know what it is.One day Henry finishes his chores quickly, then runs to the schoolhouse. He hides in a sycamore tree just as the teacher begins reading a story. His heart pounds as he listens with astonishment, and right then he makes up his mind to learn to read. Henry's fierce determination and bravery in the face of serious consequences lead him to a special friendship, and a journey of discovery that changes his life forever.Set in the pre-Civil War South, Up the Learning Tree is a story of hope and humanity during difficult times, and a poignant reminder that the freedom to learn should never be taken for granted.Marcia Vaughan was inspired to write Up the Learning Tree after reading Civil War-era oral histories of former enslaved people, many of whom risked their lives to learn to read and write.

Immigration and Citizenship (Core Knowledge History & Geography, Grade 2)


E.D. Hirsch Jr. - 2002
    May be purchased as a single copy or in packs of six copies of the same title.The Student Package includes 1 copy of all 11 Student Books The Teacher Package includes 1 copy of all Teacher Guides plus a FREE Teacher Binder

Horizons Mathematics Teacher Handbook (Part 1& 2 Of Level 2)


Sareta A. Cummins - 2002
    Complex addition and subtraction problems, English measure (linear, weight and liquid) Fahrenheit thermometer, ratio, decimals, multiplication and more are covered.

Ancient India (Pearson Learning Core Knowledge History & Geography, Grade 2)


E.D. Hirsch Jr. - 2002
    May be purchased as a single copy or in packs of six copies of the same title.The Student Package includes 1 copy of all 11 Student Books The Teacher Package includes 1 copy of all Teacher Guides plus a FREE Teacher Binder

Ancient China (Pearson Learning Core Knowledge History & Geography, Grade 2)


E.D. Hirsch Jr. - 2002
    May be purchased as a single copy or in packs of six copies of the same title.The Student Package includes 1 copy of all 11 Student Books The Teacher Package includes 1 copy of all Teacher Guides plus a FREE Teacher Binder

Japan Today (Pearson Learning Core Knowledge History & Geography, Grade 2)


E.D. Hirsch Jr. - 2002
    May be purchased as a single copy or in packs of six copies of the same title.The Student Package includes 1 copy of all 11 Student Books The Teacher Package includes 1 copy of all Teacher Guides plus a FREE Teacher Binder

Twister's Big Break


Adam Beechen - 2002
    So when he's asked to create a movie for Speed Demon Super Scooters, he hopes it's his chance to become famous! Will Twister really be jettin' his way to Hollywood? Find out in this action-packed story!

Ancient Greece (Pearson Learning Core Knowledge History & Geography, Grade 2)


E.D. Hirsch Jr. - 2002
    May be purchased as a single copy or in packs of six copies of the same title.The Student Package includes 1 copy of all 11 Student Books The Teacher Package includes 1 copy of all Teacher Guides plus a FREE Teacher Binder

The War of 1812 (Pearson Learning Core Knowledge History & Georgraphy, Grade 2)


E.D. Hirsch Jr. - 2002
    May be purchased as a single copy or in packs of six copies of the same title.The Student Package includes 1 copy of all 11 Student Books The Teacher Package includes 1 copy of all Teacher Guides plus a FREE Teacher Binder

Crafting Fun Stuff With A Crowd Of Kids


Carol Scheffler - 2002
    Kids will have loads of fun making every one of the 40 projects here. Geared toward adults who are leading groups of children, this packed guide offers 40 fresh and fun projects—nature crafts, school supplies, toys, gifts, room decorations, and clothes. Turn sticks and stones into tic-tac-toes. Transform mailing tubes into periscopes and use soda bottles to make a set of bowling pins. Students will be in style with Asian pencil boxes, jeweled locker mirrors, and jungle notebooks. Surprise everyone with the Halloween puppets and theater—and one-of-a-kind cards and treat bags. With everything from advice on how to get started to tips on dry-brushing and baste stitching, this is a resource you'll turn to again and again. 8 1/2 X 10. all in colorAuthor Biography: About the Author Carol Scheffler has made many appearances on TV, including THE TODAY SHOW on NBC, The Rosie O'Donnell Show, and leading crafts shows on HGTV, CNN, the Discovery Channel, and PBS. Carol serves as the Hobby Industry Association's Spokesperson for National Craft Month. She has also written crafts books, including Family Crafting and Rubber Stamping for the First Timer, and is a frequent contributor to many magazines, such as Parents Magazine, McCall's, and Better Homes and Gardensr. How can you keep a group of kids happy and busy? With crafts projects! Making awesome stuff is fun and easy with the help of one of the foremost authorities on crafts. Whether you're throwing a birthday party or leading a scout troop, everyone will have a blast making these doable, affordable ideas, from school supplies and toys to gifts and cool clothes. ((picture possibilities: mini sand castle, egghead people, sailboat, puzzle piece frame, darling diary, crab basket))

Benjamin Banneker: Pioneering Scientist


Ginger Wadsworth - 2002
    In a time when most black Americans were slaves, Banneker lived a life of freedom and became known as America's first black American man of science. He helped survey Washington, D.C., and became the first black American to write an almanac. Through his accomplishments, he helped advance the cause of equality for African Americans.

Minnie and Moo: The Night Before Christmas


Denys Cazet - 2002
    Fortunately, Moo has read 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, so she knows exactly what they should do: Dress up like Santa Claus and enlist the help of eight sleigh-pulling chickens and a red-nosed rooster in a scheme to deliver the presents and save Christmas!

Germany ABCs: A Book about the People and Places of Germany


Sarah Heiman - 2002
    An alphabetical exploration of the people, geography, animals, plants, history, and culture of Germany.

The Bald Eagle


Norman Pearl - 2002
    It is the bald eagle, and Americans made it their national emblem more than 200 years ago. Join Bill the bird keeper to see how this bird lives and how it became a symbol of the United States.

Fluffy Goes Apple Picking (level 3)


Kate McMullan - 2002
    Day's class is going to an apple orchard, where Fluffy learns there will be hundreds of thousands of delicious apples. He can't wait! But when Kiss sleeps over in his cage the night before the trip, Fluffy has a horrible dream--Kiss is an apple-eating machine! There are no apples left for Fluffy! Luckily, it is just a dream, and the next morning Fluffy arrives at the orchard with a hungry tummy. But he soon realizes apple picking is not as easy as it sounds! Fluffy is not to be outdone, however, and he finds a way to enjoy his favorite fruit.