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Books for 2nd and 3rd Grade

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Is your new reader looking for some exciting adventures? Give these a try.

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18 items

18 items

Here Comes Lolo

Here Comes Lolo

by Daly, Niki

Book - 2020

These stories follow Lolo as she skips through life in a South African community. Lolo's everyday adventures will make her a favorite character. These stories follow Lolo as she skips through life in a South African community. Lolo's everyday adventures will make her a favorite character. Show less

These stories follow Lolo as she skips through life in a South African community. Lolo's everyday adventures will make her a favorite character. These stories follow Lolo as she skips through life in a South African community. Lolo's everyday adventures will make her a favorite character. Show less

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Tap Dance Troubles

Tap Dance Troubles

by Reid, C. L

Book - 2021

Emma is taking tap dance lessons and she wants to learn the routine perfectly, but it is not easy because the tapping of the dancers makes it difficult fo...Show more Emma is taking tap dance lessons and she wants to learn the routine perfectly, but it is not easy because the tapping of the dancers makes it difficult for her cochlear implant to pick up the final notes of the music and so her timing is off--but with a little help from her teacher and best friend, Emma will make it work. Show less

Emma is taking tap dance lessons and she wants to learn the routine perfectly, but it is not easy because the tapping of the dancers makes it difficult fo...Show more Emma is taking tap dance lessons and she wants to learn the routine perfectly, but it is not easy because the tapping of the dancers makes it difficult for her cochlear implant to pick up the final notes of the music and so her timing is off--but with a little help from her teacher and best friend, Emma will make it work. Show less

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Nate the Great

Nate the Great

by Sharmat, Marjorie Weinman

Book - 2002

When Annie tells him about her missing painting, Nate the Great and his trusted companion, Sam Spade, set out to investigate, gather clues, and solve the mystery. When Annie tells him about her missing painting, Nate the Great and his trusted companion, Sam Spade, set out to investigate, gather clues, and solve the mystery. Show less

When Annie tells him about her missing painting, Nate the Great and his trusted companion, Sam Spade, set out to investigate, gather clues, and solve the mystery. When Annie tells him about her missing painting, Nate the Great and his trusted companion, Sam Spade, set out to investigate, gather clues, and solve the mystery. Show less

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Charlie & Mouse

Charlie & Mouse

by Snyder, Laurel

Book - 2017

Charlie and Mouse, two young brothers, enjoy a day out together, attending an imaginary party and collecting rocks. Charlie and Mouse, two young brothers, enjoy a day out together, attending an imaginary party and collecting rocks. Show less

Charlie and Mouse, two young brothers, enjoy a day out together, attending an imaginary party and collecting rocks. Charlie and Mouse, two young brothers, enjoy a day out together, attending an imaginary party and collecting rocks. Show less

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Anna Hibiscus

Anna Hibiscus

by Atinuke

Book - 2022

Anna Hibiscus lives in Africa. Amazing Africa. She lives with her whole family in a wonderful house. There is always somebody to laugh or play with. She l...Show more Anna Hibiscus lives in Africa. Amazing Africa. She lives with her whole family in a wonderful house. There is always somebody to laugh or play with. She loves to splash in the sea with her cousins and have parties with her aunties. But more than anything else in the world, Anna Hibiscus would love to see snow. Show less

Anna Hibiscus lives in Africa. Amazing Africa. She lives with her whole family in a wonderful house. There is always somebody to laugh or play with. She l...Show more Anna Hibiscus lives in Africa. Amazing Africa. She lives with her whole family in a wonderful house. There is always somebody to laugh or play with. She loves to splash in the sea with her cousins and have parties with her aunties. But more than anything else in the world, Anna Hibiscus would love to see snow. Show less

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Oliver's Great Big Universe

Oliver's Great Big Universe

by Cham, Jorge

Book - 2023

Oliver finally feels like he's starting to figure things out . . . but can he stay out of the principal's office or catch a break from his annoying sister? Oliver finally feels like he's starting to figure things out . . . but can he stay out of the principal's office or catch a break from his annoying sister? Show less

Oliver finally feels like he's starting to figure things out . . . but can he stay out of the principal's office or catch a break from his annoying sister? Oliver finally feels like he's starting to figure things out . . . but can he stay out of the principal's office or catch a break from his annoying sister? Show less

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Betty the Bearded Dragon

Betty the Bearded Dragon

by Florence, Debbi Michiko

Book - 2020

Kaita Takano and her family know all about fostering dogs and cats, but what about reptiles? How will they find a forever home for a bearded lizard who loves being pampered like a queen? Kaita Takano and her family know all about fostering dogs and cats, but what about reptiles? How will they find a forever home for a bearded lizard who loves being pampered like a queen? Show less

Kaita Takano and her family know all about fostering dogs and cats, but what about reptiles? How will they find a forever home for a bearded lizard who loves being pampered like a queen? Kaita Takano and her family know all about fostering dogs and cats, but what about reptiles? How will they find a forever home for a bearded lizard who loves being pampered like a queen? Show less

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Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue

Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue

by Harrison, Paula

Book - 2019

Kitty wants to be a superhero like her mother, once she gets over her fear of the dark, but when Figaro the cat needs help she springs into action. Kitty wants to be a superhero like her mother, once she gets over her fear of the dark, but when Figaro the cat needs help she springs into action. Show less

Kitty wants to be a superhero like her mother, once she gets over her fear of the dark, but when Figaro the cat needs help she springs into action. Kitty wants to be a superhero like her mother, once she gets over her fear of the dark, but when Figaro the cat needs help she springs into action. Show less

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Ivy Lost and Found

Ivy Lost and Found

by Lord, Cynthia

Book - 2022

A toy that can be checked out just like a book, Ivy is taken home by a little girl and together they embark on an adventure that helps both of them find confidence and belonging in their changing worlds. A toy that can be checked out just like a book, Ivy is taken home by a little girl and together they embark on an adventure that helps both of them find confidence and belonging in their changing worlds. Show less

A toy that can be checked out just like a book, Ivy is taken home by a little girl and together they embark on an adventure that helps both of them find confidence and belonging in their changing worlds. A toy that can be checked out just like a book, Ivy is taken home by a little girl and together they embark on an adventure that helps both of them find confidence and belonging in their changing worlds. Show less

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Accidental Trouble Magnet

Accidental Trouble Magnet

by Mian, Zanib

Book - 2020

Imaginative Omar goes through the ups and downs of starting a new school and making new friends with the help of his wonderful (and silly) Muslim family. Imaginative Omar goes through the ups and downs of starting a new school and making new friends with the help of his wonderful (and silly) Muslim family. Show less

Imaginative Omar goes through the ups and downs of starting a new school and making new friends with the help of his wonderful (and silly) Muslim family. Imaginative Omar goes through the ups and downs of starting a new school and making new friends with the help of his wonderful (and silly) Muslim family. Show less

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Leave It to Plum!

Leave It to Plum!

by Phelan, Matt

Book - 2022

At the Athensville Zoo the peacocks are allowed to wander freely among the visitors and kind, curious Plum is the peacock most proud of their responsibili...Show more At the Athensville Zoo the peacocks are allowed to wander freely among the visitors and kind, curious Plum is the peacock most proud of their responsibility. But Itch the ningbing--a type of very small marsupial--doesn't understand why those birdbrains should get so much freedom while he's all cooped up. So he plots and plots... Show less

At the Athensville Zoo the peacocks are allowed to wander freely among the visitors and kind, curious Plum is the peacock most proud of their responsibili...Show more At the Athensville Zoo the peacocks are allowed to wander freely among the visitors and kind, curious Plum is the peacock most proud of their responsibility. But Itch the ningbing--a type of very small marsupial--doesn't understand why those birdbrains should get so much freedom while he's all cooped up. So he plots and plots... Show less

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Ben Yokoyama and the Cookie of Doom

Ben Yokoyama and the Cookie of Doom

by Swanson, Matthew

Book - 2021

Eight-year-old Ben takes a fortune cookie literally, and believing he has only one day left to live, tries to do everything he has always wanted to before nightfall. Eight-year-old Ben takes a fortune cookie literally, and believing he has only one day left to live, tries to do everything he has always wanted to before nightfall. Show less

Eight-year-old Ben takes a fortune cookie literally, and believing he has only one day left to live, tries to do everything he has always wanted to before nightfall. Eight-year-old Ben takes a fortune cookie literally, and believing he has only one day left to live, tries to do everything he has always wanted to before nightfall. Show less

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Chick and Brain

Chick and Brain

Smell My Foot!

by Bell, Cece

Graphic Novel - 2019

Shares the interactions of the rule-following Chick and the absent-minded Brain, whose friendship is tested by miscommunications and misunderstandings about good manners. Shares the interactions of the rule-following Chick and the absent-minded Brain, whose friendship is tested by miscommunications and misunderstandings about good manners. Show less

Shares the interactions of the rule-following Chick and the absent-minded Brain, whose friendship is tested by miscommunications and misunderstandings about good manners. Shares the interactions of the rule-following Chick and the absent-minded Brain, whose friendship is tested by miscommunications and misunderstandings about good manners. Show less

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The Bad Guys

The Bad Guys

by Blabey, Aaron

Graphic Novel - 2017

The Bad Guys, Mr. Wolf, Mr. Shark, Mr. Snake, and Mr. Piranha, want to be heroes, and they decide that the way to do it is free the 200 dogs in the city dog pound--but their plan soon goes awry. The Bad Guys, Mr. Wolf, Mr. Shark, Mr. Snake, and Mr. Piranha, want to be heroes, and they decide that the way to do it is free the 200 dogs in the city dog pound--but their plan soon goes awry. Show less

The Bad Guys, Mr. Wolf, Mr. Shark, Mr. Snake, and Mr. Piranha, want to be heroes, and they decide that the way to do it is free the 200 dogs in the city dog pound--but their plan soon goes awry. The Bad Guys, Mr. Wolf, Mr. Shark, Mr. Snake, and Mr. Piranha, want to be heroes, and they decide that the way to do it is free the 200 dogs in the city dog pound--but their plan soon goes awry. Show less

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Pizza and Taco

Pizza and Taco

2, Best Party Ever!

by Shaskan, Stephen

Graphic Novel - 2021

Pizza and Taco are bored and decide to throw a party, but despite their careful planning, nothing seems to go right. Pizza and Taco are bored and decide to throw a party, but despite their careful planning, nothing seems to go right. Show less

Pizza and Taco are bored and decide to throw a party, but despite their careful planning, nothing seems to go right. Pizza and Taco are bored and decide to throw a party, but despite their careful planning, nothing seems to go right. Show less

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Curiosity

Curiosity

The Story of A Mars Rover

by Motum, Markus

Book - 2018

On August 6, 2012, the rover Curiosity touched down on the rocky surface of Mars and now she's ready to guide you through her journey firsthand. On August 6, 2012, the rover Curiosity touched down on the rocky surface of Mars and now she's ready to guide you through her journey firsthand. Show less

On August 6, 2012, the rover Curiosity touched down on the rocky surface of Mars and now she's ready to guide you through her journey firsthand. On August 6, 2012, the rover Curiosity touched down on the rocky surface of Mars and now she's ready to guide you through her journey firsthand. Show less

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The Deep Dish on Pizza!

The Deep Dish on Pizza!

by Krensky, Stephen

Book - 2014

Chow down on a slice of mouthwatering history in this nonfiction reader all about pizza. Chow down on a slice of mouthwatering history in this nonfiction reader all about pizza. Show less

Chow down on a slice of mouthwatering history in this nonfiction reader all about pizza. Chow down on a slice of mouthwatering history in this nonfiction reader all about pizza. Show less

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Who Was Ida B. Wells?

Who Was Ida B. Wells?

by Fabiny, Sarah

Book - 2020

Born into slavery in 1862, Ida Bell Wells was freed as a result of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1865. Yet she could see just how unjust the world she ...Show more Born into slavery in 1862, Ida Bell Wells was freed as a result of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1865. Yet she could see just how unjust the world she was living in was. This drove her to become a journalist and activist. Throughout her life, she fought against prejudice and for equality for African Americans. Show less

Born into slavery in 1862, Ida Bell Wells was freed as a result of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1865. Yet she could see just how unjust the world she ...Show more Born into slavery in 1862, Ida Bell Wells was freed as a result of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1865. Yet she could see just how unjust the world she was living in was. This drove her to become a journalist and activist. Throughout her life, she fought against prejudice and for equality for African Americans. Show less

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