Second graders run the gamut from those just learning to read to precocious readers who are devouring words on a page. Seven and eight-year-olds are also developing their emotional toolkits — such as learning how to make (and share!) friends or giving names to the myriad complex feelings they might experience as they make their way in the world. I’ve rounded up 20 of the best nonfiction books for 2nd graders across various categories, including fact books, biographies, animal books, and more.
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20 Best 2nd Grade Nonfiction Books
Here are 20 of the best nonfiction books for 2nd graders:
2nd Grade Nonfiction Facts and History Books
Hand these books to children who love to share facts constantly or are curious about the world around them.
Biographies
Do you know a second grader who loves learning about individual people? Or already talking about what THEY want to be when they grow up? Find out about these important people in history and how they got there.
Animals
Children who adore their pets (and children who desperately want one!) will love the books in this section.
Science and Nature Nonfiction Books for 2nd Graders
Do you know second graders who love the outdoors? Hand them these books – so they can learn about everything from grand vistas….to trash.
2nd Grade Engineering/STEM Nonfiction Books
Math, airplanes, popsicles, oh my! Second graders LOVE making and crafting. Expand their horizons beyond slime to find out more about other cool inventions.
Emotion and Life Skills Nonfiction for 2nd Graders
These books are excellent to read with a caregiver, especially if you have a child who has lots of complicated feelings.
These 2nd grade nonfiction books help explore the interests that often appeal to second graders — helpful animals, exciting inventions, funny trivia, and all their big feelings. Whether reading with a caregiver or on their own, this is just the beginning of their journey to see themselves and the information they need in books! These are some of my favorite books to start their lifelong reading journey. Are there any others that YOU have loved along the way?
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