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Educational 2nd Grade Common Core Reading Stories

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Norman the Caterpillar
Norman the Caterpillar
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Norman the Caterpillar
Second Grade
Reading
Norman doesn't like change, but learns that it is often for the best. Teach kids this important lesson (and irregular verbs) with this sweet interactive story.
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Norman the Caterpillar
Norman the Caterpillar
Story
Norman the Caterpillar
Norman doesn't like change, but learns that it is often for the best. Teach kids this important lesson (and irregular verbs) with this sweet interactive story.
Second Grade
Reading
Story
Jack and the Beanstalk
Jack and the Beanstalk
Story
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Jack and the Beanstalk
Second Grade
Reading
Jack grew a magical beanstalk that changed his life! Introduce kids to the classic fairy tale with this interactive story, featuring three reading modes.
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Jack and the Beanstalk
Jack and the Beanstalk
Story
Jack and the Beanstalk
Jack grew a magical beanstalk that changed his life! Introduce kids to the classic fairy tale with this interactive story, featuring three reading modes.
Second Grade
Reading
Story
Symbiotic Relationships
Symbiotic Relationships
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Symbiotic Relationships
Second Grade
Reading
The goby fish and pistol shrimp help each other out deep in the ocean. Learn about them and other symbiotic relationships in this nonfiction story.
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Symbiotic Relationships
Symbiotic Relationships
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Symbiotic Relationships
The goby fish and pistol shrimp help each other out deep in the ocean. Learn about them and other symbiotic relationships in this nonfiction story.
Second Grade
Reading
Story
Ogg and the Beanstalk
Ogg and the Beanstalk
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Ogg and the Beanstalk
Second Grade
Reading
Teach kids about the importance of story perspective with this interactive version of Jack and the Beanstalk, retold from the Giant's point of view.
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Ogg and the Beanstalk
Ogg and the Beanstalk
Story
Ogg and the Beanstalk
Teach kids about the importance of story perspective with this interactive version of Jack and the Beanstalk, retold from the Giant's point of view.
Second Grade
Reading
Story
Flightless Birds
Flightless Birds
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Flightless Birds
Second Grade
Reading
What do ostriches and penguins have in common? In this text, kids compare and contrast facts about these two kinds of flightless birds.
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Flightless Birds
Flightless Birds
Story
Flightless Birds
What do ostriches and penguins have in common? In this text, kids compare and contrast facts about these two kinds of flightless birds.
Second Grade
Reading
Story
Giant Pandas Story
Giant Pandas Story
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Giant Pandas Story
Kindergarten
Reading
Practice reading fluency and nonfiction comprehension in this short story full of facts about giant pandas.
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Giant Pandas Story
Giant Pandas Story
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Giant Pandas Story
Practice reading fluency and nonfiction comprehension in this short story full of facts about giant pandas.
Kindergarten
Reading
Story
Frank's First Day at School
Frank's First Day at School
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Frank's First Day at School
Second Grade
Reading
Frank stars in a story about overcoming Back to School jitters.
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Frank's First Day at School
Frank's First Day at School
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Frank's First Day at School
Frank stars in a story about overcoming Back to School jitters.
Second Grade
Reading
Story

About Educational 2nd Grade Common Core Reading Stories

On Education.com, educational 2nd grade common core reading stories introduce young students to foundational reading skills through engaging, grade-appropriate stories. These stories help children practice comprehension, improve vocabulary, and develop a love of reading while enjoying relatable and appealing characters and settings.

Educators and parents can access a variety of educational resources, including printable reading stories, worksheets, coloring pages, and comprehension activities aligned with the 2nd-grade common core standards. These materials support reading fluency, critical thinking, and retention while making learning both fun and structured.

Using these resources at home or in the classroom saves time by providing ready-made, standards-based reading practice that reinforces classroom instruction. Children can explore stories independently or with guidance, fostering confidence and independent reading skills while enjoying rich, age-appropriate content.