2nd Grade

Charlotte's Web by E.B. White
Friendship, loss, and the magic of words. One of the most beloved children's books ever written — a true classic every child should read.

The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner
Four orphaned children make a home in an abandoned boxcar. An irresistible adventure story that has hooked generations of young readers.

Little House in the Big Woods by Laura Ingalls Wilder
A warm, vivid portrait of pioneer life through the eyes of young Laura. The perfect introduction to this beloved series.

Cricket in Times Square by George Selden
A cricket from Connecticut ends up in a Times Square newsstand and makes two unlikely friends. Charming, funny, and unforgettable.

Sarah, Plain and Tall by Patricia MacLachlan
A mail-order bride comes to the prairie. A quiet, beautiful story about family, belonging, and home.

The Courage of Sarah Noble by Alice Dalgliesh
Based on a true story — a young girl journeys into the wilderness with her father and must find her own courage.

The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes
A quiet story about kindness, cruelty, and the courage it takes to stand up for someone who needs a friend. One of the most important books a child can read.

The Borrowers by Mary Norton
Tiny people living beneath the floorboards, borrowing what they need to survive. A wonderfully imaginative classic.