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Educational 2nd Grade Common Core Stories

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The King and the Moon
The King and the Moon
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The King and the Moon
First Grade
Fractions
For a leisurely geometry lesson, let your kid relax and read this charming storybook.
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The King and the Moon
The King and the Moon
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The King and the Moon
For a leisurely geometry lesson, let your kid relax and read this charming storybook.
First Grade
Fractions
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Telling Time Story
Telling Time Story
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Telling Time Story
First Grade
Time and Money
Help kids master telling the essential skill of time with this rhyming poem.
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Telling Time Story
Telling Time Story
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Telling Time Story
Help kids master telling the essential skill of time with this rhyming poem.
First Grade
Time and Money
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Jean and Sue's Adventure
Jean and Sue's Adventure
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Jean and Sue's Adventure
Second Grade
Phonics
Jean and Sue are best friends, but they have very different ideas of fun! Kids practice identifying vowel team words in the context of this sweet story.
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Jean and Sue's Adventure
Jean and Sue's Adventure
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Jean and Sue's Adventure
Jean and Sue are best friends, but they have very different ideas of fun! Kids practice identifying vowel team words in the context of this sweet story.
Second Grade
Phonics
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The Copy Pox
The Copy Pox
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The Copy Pox
Second Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Floyd's copy pox has given him the sniffles and the ability to duplicate everything in sight! Kids practice learning collective nouns in this silly story.
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The Copy Pox
The Copy Pox
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The Copy Pox
Floyd's copy pox has given him the sniffles and the ability to duplicate everything in sight! Kids practice learning collective nouns in this silly story.
Second Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
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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
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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
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Jack and the Beanstalk
Jack and the Beanstalk
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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
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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
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The Thanksgiving Turkey
The Thanksgiving Turkey
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The Thanksgiving Turkey
Second Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Arnold's headed to the White House for Thanksgiving! In this silly story, kids learn about proper nouns in the context of this turkey's cross-country adventure.
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The Thanksgiving Turkey
The Thanksgiving Turkey
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The Thanksgiving Turkey
Arnold's headed to the White House for Thanksgiving! In this silly story, kids learn about proper nouns in the context of this turkey's cross-country adventure.
Second Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Brown Bears Story
Brown Bears Story
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Brown Bears Story
Kindergarten
English Language Arts
Explore the exciting world of brown bears in this short intro to nonfiction for beginning readers.
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Brown Bears Story
Brown Bears Story
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Brown Bears Story
Explore the exciting world of brown bears in this short intro to nonfiction for beginning readers.
Kindergarten
English Language Arts
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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
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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
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
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About Educational 2nd Grade Common Core Stories

On Education.com, find engaging 2nd grade Common Core stories designed to make reading fun and educational. These stories incorporate key literacy skills aligned with the standards, helping students to improve comprehension and vocabulary while exploring captivating narratives. Educators and parents can access multiple reading exercises that foster engaging learning experiences both at home and in the classroom. Each story provides a part of a broader curriculum designed to support early literacy development.

Additionally, Education.com provides a variety of related reading activities including worksheets, printable stories, and classroom-centered lesson plans that reinforce core reading strategies. These resources allow students to practice reading, comprehension, and critical thinking in structured, supported formats, making learning accessible and educational. By using these materials, parents and teachers can create a balanced learning environment that encourages independent reading and styled observation while providing a foundation for academic success.

Educators and parents can utilize this collection to support guided reading sessions, homework assignments, and literacy instruction across classrooms or homeschooling settings. The materials help young learners develop reading confidence, strengthen literacy skills, and foster a love for literature. Structured and engaging, this collection provides reliable resources to access and strengthen 2nd grade literacy in accordance with the114 IIACTORS core curriculum standards.