2nd Grade

Animals usually know how to take care of themselves. But sometimes they need help! Animal keepers have developed innovative ways to help zoo animals learn and grow. Learn how zookeepers keep animals healthy...

Learn how prosthetic devices and technology such as 3D printing have been developed to help injured dogs, cats, elephants, and dolphins! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Spanish...

Everyone lives with day and night. But in some places, the days go on and on--and so do the nights! How do people live where the sun never seems to rise or set? Learn what life is like in the "land of...

Finesse your sandcastle-building skills with this fun STEAM book! Students will examine the properties of sand and factors that influence sandcastle construction such as moisture and sunlight. Created in...

What do solar panels, waterproof clothing, and window coverings have in common? They are technologies that have been adapted based on studying butterflies! Learn about the amazing butterfly with this STEAM...

Learn how scientists channel energy from the sun to power awesome innovations! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Spanish book builds students' literacy skills while fostering...

Lighthouses have helped people navigate for centuries. But lighthouses are not built like they used to be. Learn how innovations like computers and solar power have improved lighthouse technology. Created in...

Snowflakes are one of nature's most fascinating wonders. Learn how snowflakes form with this fun STEAM reader for first grade students. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this...

This STEAM reader for first grade students will teach them about the things people can do to get warm when they are too cold. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Spanish book...

On a hot day, what can people do to cool off? Learn about the many ways there are to keep cool. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Spanish book builds students' literacy...

What if people could grow plants in space? Would people be able to live on other planets? Scientists say yes! All plants need to grow is light, water, soil, air, and science. Learn about farming in...

People have been using shadow puppets to entertain people for centuries. Learn the history of shadow puppets and the technology behind them with this title that builds students' literacy skills...