Best of
2nd-Grade

2010

National Geographic Kids Ultimate Dinopedia: The Most Complete Dinosaur Reference Ever


Don Lessem - 2010
    The exciting result is an accessible, visually stunning book that’s packed with facts that kids can use to impress their friends and families.The Ultimate Dinopedia is organized by the periods that are well known to young enthusiasts: Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous. It includes almost every dinosaur ever discovered, and highlights 125 species that scientists know sufficiently to describe in rich detail. Special features include How We Know What They Looked Like, Baby Dinosaurs, Great Dinosaur Goofs, and much more. Every featured dino gets a fact box that delivers important information at a glance—Scientific Name, Discoverer, Place and Date of Discovery, Length, Habitat, Diet, Fossils, Fun Facts, and Range Map. This book provides—in fabulously illustrated, kid-friendly form—all the information an 8-year-old fact hound needs to lord that knowledge over parents and teachers!

First Language Lessons For The Well Trained Mind: Level 2 (First Language Lessons)


Jessie Wise - 2010
    It uses the classical techniques of memorization, copywork, dictation, and narration to develop a childs language ability in the first years of study.

Andi's Pony Trouble


Susan K. Marlow - 2010
    Now children ages 6 - 8 can join in on the fun! With the Circle C Beginnings series, popular author Susan K. Marlow introduces first and second grade readers to the young Andi Carter, who--at age six--is eager to grow up and experience the exciting Wild West of the late 1800s. In Andi's Pony Trouble, Andi wants a horse of her own more than anything in the world, but her mother says she's too young. Forced to ride the hand-me-down pony, Coco, Andi sets out to show her family that she's ready for her own horse.

Help! I'm Being Chased by a Giant Slug and 8 Other Just Disgusting! Stories. Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton


Andy Griffiths - 2010
    You will love this book1-2 You are a fairly disgusting person. You will love this book.0 You don't realise how much fun being disgusting can be. You will love this book.

Emma Watson: Harry Potter Star


Sarah Tieck - 2010
    Readers will learn about Watson's childhood, family background, education, and rise to fame. Emma's early talent as an actress and performer is discussed, leading up to her role as Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter movie series. Also covered are Emma's other roles in the movies Ballet Shoes and The Tale of Despereaux, as well as her interest in fashion, her hobbies, her break from acting to attend Brown University, and her future plans. Features include maps, Did You Know facts, a Snapshot page with vital information, a glossary with phonetics, and an index. Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

First Space Encyclopedia


D.K. Publishing - 2010
    A delightful first reference book about space for young astronomers, First Space Encyclopedia takes readers on a journey through the universe, from the beginning of space itself to current space technology.Find out what it takes to be an astronaut, what it is like to live in space, and what they take with them in their suitcases! Children can test their knowledge with quizzes, try out at-home space activities, learn how to find constellations in the night sky, and see the phases of the moon.Packed full of engaging photography and easy-to-follow text, First Space Encyclopedia brings space down to Earth for curious young readers.

Help! I'm Trapped in My Best Friend's Nose and 8 Other Just Crazy! Stories. Andy Griffiths & Terry Denton


Andy Griffiths - 2010
    You will love this book.1-2 You are a fairly crazy person. You will love this book.0 You don't realise how much fun being crazy can be. You will love this book.

Running Back Dreams (Team Jake Maddox Sports Stories)


Jake Maddox - 2010
    But when another player is injured, Coach puts Noah in. And soon, the outcome of the game rests on his shoulders.

Ready Set Grow!: Quick and Easy Gardening Projects


Deborah Lock - 2010
    In Ready Set Grow step-by-step photographs show young gardeners how to grow plants from seed, how to propagate plants, when to harvest seeds, how long different plants take to grow, what to do about pests, and much more.

First Earth Encyclopedia


Wendy Horobin - 2010
    The engaging style of the series is applied to such topics as where and how people live, how to use maps, weather, and world environments. With additional focus on changes to the environment, it will inspire younger readers to think about their own place in the world.Physical geography and geology explains how the world around us was formed and shaped, and the processes that give us our familiar landscape. Human geography helps children gain a sense of place, how the world functions, and where they fit into it. An added section on maps and mapping broadens the coverage to give a fully comprehensive look at how our planet works.With superb artwork and straightforward text, plus all the exciting First Reference features such as buttons and quizzes, the DK First Earth Encyclopedia makes it all simple to understand.ContentsFrontmatterTitle page, contents1. Human GeographyYou are hereRural or urban?Living in the cityLiving in the countryLiving on the coastWhat is a country?Cultural geographyEconomic geographyEconomy and employmentIndustrializationTown planningLinking it all up (transport systems)TourismHistorical geography (how places change)Political geographyResources (how countries support themselves)Trading with other countriesGlobalizationPopulationMigration and movementNative peoples and their environmentChildren's geography (places in their lives)2. Physical GeographyOur planetEarth's structureRocks and mineralsPlate tectonics and continental driftVolcanic activityEarth movements - folding and faultingMaking mountainsIslands, atolls, and archipelagosShaping the landscape (erosion)Features in the landscape:Rivers, lakes, and deltasDesertsPlains and grasslandsCoastlinesCaves and sinkholesIce and snowValleysSoilsNatural resourcesWaterThe water cycleOceanographyThe atmosphereWeatherClimateThe biosphereBiogeography (distribution of plants and animals)EcosystemsHow humans affect ecosystemsClimate changeMonitoring the EarthSustaining the environment3. MapsWhich way do we go?Early maps and measuring the EarthLatitude, longitude, and other lines on the mapMaking mapsLooking at a mapUsing a mapOther types of mapsBackmatterGlossary, index, credits

Guide Dog Heroes


Linda Bozzo - 2010
    Panzy is a guide dog. She helps her blind owner get from place to place. Readers will learn about the history, training, what being on the job is like for a guide dog, and what happens when the dog retires. Guide dogs truly are heroes.

Room on the Broom: Activity Book


Julia Donaldson - 2010
    

Teen Agent


Chris Everheart - 2010
    The three teens make a great team, but soon, strange accidents befall Hazmat and Emmi, and they grow suspicious of the new kid. Ryker and Jay insist that Eric is legit and accompany him to his secret lab to finish their project. Suddenly, their high-tech invention turns on them, and Eric is behind the controls! Is Eric out to put an end to Recon Academy?

Melvin the Magnificent Molar


Julia Cook - 2010
    Through Melvin’s view of the world, this book encourages children in a fun-loving, unique way to actually want to brush their teeth. By promoting brushing, flossing, and regular visits to the dentist, Melvin shows readers young and old how to make sure they will have happy teeth and healthy smiles that will last them a lifetime!

Courage of Sarah Noble Stu GD


Highlands Latin School Faculty - 2010
    Reading requires an active, discriminating mind that is challenged to think, compare, and contrast. Our literature study guides train students to become active readers. They focus on vocabulary, spelling, comprehension, and composition skills. The Courage of Sarah Noble is the story of a young girl and her family as they seek to build a new home in the wilderness in the early 1700s. The answer key is included in Memoria Press' Second Grade Literature, Teacher Key.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer


Lisa Mullarkey - 2010
    Tom uses his wit to talk his friends into all kinds of adventures, including witnessing a murder, pretending to be pirates, and finding treasure! Even school is an adventure with Tom in the Calico Illustrated Classics adaptation of Twains The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. Calico Chapter Books is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades 3-8.

Amelia and the Gym Class System


Jimmy Gownley - 2010
    Will Amelia survive her first day? Spotlight editions are printed on high-quality paper and with reinforced library bindings specifically printed for the library market. Grades 3-6.

Over the Hills and Far Away: Stories of Dwarfs, Fairies, Gnomes, and Elves from Around Europe


Els Boekelaar - 2010
    The stories come from Ireland, Germany, Scotland, Spain, Switzerland, England, Flanders and Scandinavia.

The Navy Seals


Jennifer M. Besel - 2010
    Navy SEALs are some of the best soldiers in the world. From driving underwater vehicles to using powerful weapons, SEALs are prepared to take on any mission. Learn more about how these skilled soldiers work on sea, land, and in the air to keep the nation safe.

Violet Mackerel's Brilliant Plot


Anna Branford - 2010
    This is not just a SILLY WISH. It is instead the start of a VERY IMPORTANT idea. But what she needs is a PLOT. A BRILLIANT plot. Introducing readers to a new warm and loveable character, Violet Mackerel’s Brilliant Plot is a story not to be missed.

Amelia vs. the Sneeze Barf


Jimmy Gownley - 2010
    It's summer and Amelia has made friends with Reggie, Pajamaman, and Rhonda. They've even come up with their own superhero alter egos. Their first superhero mission is to stop the neighborhood bullies any way they can. But, can Amelia aka Princess Powerful and the rest of G.A.S.P. (Gathering of the Awesome Super Pals) survive the terrible sneeze barf? Spotlight editions are printed on high-quality paper and with reinforced library bindings specifically printed for the library market. Grades 3-6.

Tales from Beatrix Potter, Student Study Guide


Tessa Tiemann - 2010
    Reading requires an active, discriminating mind that is challenged to think, compare, and contrast. Our literature study guides train students to become active readers. They focus on vocabulary, spelling, comprehension, and composition skills. This study guide walks students through four tales of Beatrix Potter: The Tale of Tom Kitten, The Tale of Johnny TownMouse, The Tale of Benjamin Bunny, and The Tale of Peter Rabbit. The answer key is included in Memoria Press' Second Grade Literature, Teacher Key.

The Deadly Dream Machine


J.E. Bright - 2010
    To complete his evil plan, ABRA KADABRA has captured SUPERMAN, the only source of energy strong enough to fuel his high-tech weapon. If the MAN OF STEEL can't escape his dream-like state and unplug himself from the mind-control machine, the world will soon become a nightmare.

Little House in the Big Woods, Student Study Guide


Mary Lynn Ross - 2010
    Reading requires an active, discriminating mind that is challenged to think, compare, and contrast. Our literature study guides train students to become active readers. They focus on vocabulary, spelling, comprehension, and composition skills. Little House in the Big Woods by Laura Ingalls Wilder is an autobiographical work telling the adventures of pioneer family life in the late 1800s. Our study guide is coordinated with the edition published in 2004 by HarperTrophy. The answer key is included in Memoria Press' Second Grade Literature, Teacher Key.

What Is Symmetry in Nature?


Bobbie Kalman - 2010
    Reveals examples of symmertry found in nature.

Dr. Wright's Kitchen Table Math: Book 2


Chris Wright - 2010
    Wright's Kitchen Table Math: Books 1, 2 & 3 are for you! This three-book set starts with counting and covers all of elementary school math. The set provides step-by-step guides to how you can help your child develop math skills and do well in school. It also includes activities and games so that you and your child can have fun while exploring these early stages of your child's mathematical journey.Book 1 covers counting up to 100, single-digit arithmetic, and beginning fractions. It also has sections on geometry, time, measurements, probability, and graphing.Book 2 focuses on arithmetic for multi-digit numbers and fractions. It also has sections on number sense, the history of numbers, and playing with numbers.Book 3 covers the non-arithmetic parts of elementary school math. It covers solving equations and word problems, probability and statistics, graphing, geometry, measurements, time, money, and reasoning."As a lifelong lover of numbers and a teacher of math for 35 years, I find Chris Wright's Kitchen Table Math to be extraordinarily helpful in helping young children learn numerical concepts and enjoy math. All ideas are clearly explained and readily accessible to adults and children. One of my favorite parts of the book is the number of fun and engaging activities. How I would have loved to have had some of Chris' suggestions to use when my own children were growing up. I have bought copies of this book for my several grandchildren, a great niece and great nephew and for the daughter of a young friend of mine. I highly recommend Kitchen Table Math as a way to help children love working with numbers and recognize that math is a fun and natural part of the world."- Molly J. Robinson, retired school teacher

The Jelly People


H. Badger - 2010
    That is, until he meets the poisonous Jelly People who live there"--P. [4] of cover.

Lola & Tiva


Craig Hatkoff - 2010
    A Kenyan family adopted Lola and their little girl, Tiva, quickly became her best friend. From playing in the mud together to feeding Lola from a milk jug, these adorable photographs illustrate this sweet and heart-warming story about friendship, family, and caring.

Learning to Care for a Cat


Felicia Lowenstein - 2010
    They'll learn about where to get a cat, what to have before it is brought home, and more. American Humane helps readers choose a pet cat.

The Outdoor Secrets Companion


Sonya Shafer - 2010
    Your first- and second-graders can learn more about the secrets that are awaiting them outside! In The Outdoor Secrets Companion you will find nature study ideas, simple projects, beautiful nature poetry, gentle lesson plans, and additional non-twaddle book suggestions that correspond with the stories in Outdoor Secrets.

Gears Go, Wheels Roll


Mark Weakland - 2010
    Is a wheel the same as a gear? Will a square wheel work? Could a wheel roll forever? Discover the wonder and science of wheels in Gears Go, Wheels Roll.

Making Secret Codes


Jillian Gregory - 2010
    Find out how they did it and learn how to create your own secret codes. You and your friends can share secrets that will leave everyone else scratching their heads.

Cats, Dogs, Hamsters, and Horses: Level 2


Mary Hassinger - 2010
    It aligns with guided reading level K and will be of interest to children Pre-K to 5th grade.

Silly Old Lady Trio


Lucille Colandro - 2010
    Imagine that! She also swallowed an owl, a cat, a ghost, a goblin, some bones, and even a wizard! This Halloween-themed twist on the classic "little old lady" books will delight and entertain all brave readers who dare to read it!There Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow!: There was a cold lady who swallowed some snow. I don't know why she swallowed some snow. Perhaps you know. This time, the old lady is swallowing everything from snow to a pipe, some coal, a hat, and more! With rollicking, rhyming text and funny illustrations, this lively version will appeal to young readers. And this time, there is a surprise at the end no reader will be able to guess!I Know An Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie: I know an old lady who swallowed a pie, a Thanksgiving pie, which was really too dry. And with that the feast begins! After the pie the old lady swallows a whole squash, all of the salad, and the entire turkey! As Mother and Father watch in shock, the two children are delighted to see the old lady growing fatter and fatter. And, in the end, the old lady makes a surprising and humorous contribution to the holiday festivities.