20 Best Books For Second Grade Boy (2023 Update)

Such a cute gift for the future chef in your family. My grandson loves helping his mom cook. Since he’s in 2nd grade this is a perfect book for him. I know he’ll love it!Dschultz

This is a very sweet and cute book my kids loved it and on the next day my son made a similar happy face pancake for his little aister it was so refreshing to see that. We all enjoyed this bookuk25

I bought all 3 books for our granddaughters 7th birthday. She's having trouble reading so I thought this would be a good book to build her reading confidenceCHRISTINE

Really, this book is just fantastic. It may be a little boring at the start, but it is really interesting and exciting. I was actually amazed by how breathtaking it was. I would definitely recommend this for people who like adventure, excitement and mystery. This book is up in one of the best books I've ever read. This book is the GOAT of all books.Budah

Originally reviewed on Just Me My Books. The book follows Percy, who ends up vaporising his maths teacher on a trip to a New York museum, and no one seems to notice. When he is expelled from yet another boarding school, his mother treats him to a weekend at the beach, even though it looks like a hurricane is about to descend on them. It's only on the arrival of Percy's friend Grover do they realise something is wrong and that a Minotaur is after Percy. Soon, Percy arrives at Camp Half-Blood and learns that he is a Demigod – half human, half god. After being recognised by his father, one of the three gods who vowed they would not have any more children, Percy finds out he is being blamed for stealing Zeus' master lightning bolt, and so is sent on a quest to retrieve it from the Underworld before the Summer Solstice, in order to prevent war on Mount Olympus. With the help of his Satyr Grove and fellow camper Annabeth, they discover that the gods have more to worry about than Percy being the son of a powerful god, and that Kronos maybe trying to make a comeback.victoria.k

My Appraisal of the book Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief Written by Rick Riordan If you were wondering about this book and can't decide if you want to read it, I read it and maybe this will help you decide. This book tells the first story of the Percy Jackson Series. The story is mainly based on Greek mythology but with a modern twist. Read about the marvelous first adventure of main character Percy Jackson (a teen from Manhattan) and his friends as they fight monsters and try to keep peace between the Olympian gods. This story is full of action and adventure and will keep readers wanting more. This story won't let you down, except that there is more in the series, and you haven't read it all. yet. I highly recommend this book. Opinion of the Tome GuyThe Tome Guy

No Better Friend is a great book, well written. I couldn't put it down. I bought about 7 of these books from different dealers and gave/mailed them as birthday and father's day gifts. I highly recommend for this condensed book for people who love true, heartwarming heroism between man and best friends. Judy a highly decorated animal in England after World War II.domcc_6479

Do not make the mistake I made, and think you will "read a chapter or two" of this book before heading off to bed shortly after midnight. Although I tried several times to go to bed, I simply could not put the book down long enough to do so. Fortunately, I managed to read the entire book in just under three hours so sleep was not delayed too long into the morning hours, and I was not at all disappointed with the delay! While I am not certain I believe everything I read, I am definitely open to possibilities. Hey – I have never been to Heaven, and who I am to say what is and is not accurate. Many of the things described do match my expectations and many more I have never considered (just like Colton's father). For example, some may find it disconcerting to learn that Colton saw Satan in Heaven. I had not expected that myself. However, it did not really surprise me once I thought about it. In Job 1:6 we read, "Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan also came among them." Clearly Satan does appear before the Lord, and I would assume that would be in Heaven. I was also not surprised to read of Colton's miscarried sister and father's grandfather introducing themselves to him. Or of his having information that he could not have known at such a young age without having seen it firsthand (Jesus having "markers" – the wounds of the crucifixion, Jesus sitting at the right hand of God, the pearls on the gates of heaven, the thrones, the crowns…..). Whether you believe in NDE (near death experiences) or not, this book is enlightening, easy to read, and captivating. It is a story that will open your mind to possibilities and start you thinking if nothing else. And maybe, just maybe, it will open your heart to a message that God is trying to tell you through a small child who sat on the lap of Jesus while his daddy yelled at God, God listened, and Colton returned to tell his daddy that God answered that prayer.happy2beHis

A well-written account, compelling in it's innocence. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone with any interest in Heaven – regardless of one's religion. I have to say, however,that I am always astonished at the gullibility of lay persons who give in to the callous disregard of many physicians. It was difficult to read of this child's suffering without standing up and shouting,"What in the world is the matter with all of you?" I wanted to rage against the doctors for their incompetence and at the parents for just knuckling under to them when Todd was so plainly DYING right under their noses. Of course, that's probably just exactly the response they were hoping to provoke in the reader-makes for excellent drama, and without everything happening just as it did, the story would not have been told at all. God does indeed, work in mysterious ways! I read a book years ago entitled, My Glimpse of Eternity, by Betty Malz (I think I have all this correct), which contained a similarly amazing account of the healing she obtained while in the presence of Jesus in heaven. Proof of her experience was documented by the surgeons who observed that many of her internal organs had been ravaged into non-existence by overwhelming gangrenous infection; however, when she was found to be alive (after a sheet had been placed over her face and she had been pronounced dead)all those organs that had been pools of black goo (intestines, kidneys, reproductive tract, etc.)began to function normally even as the doctors were telling her family that she would never be able to eat, urinate, conceive, etc., normally again.She then ate a meal and had a normal bowel movement, voided normally, and several years after this incident she gave birth to a normal, healthy baby girl. Some hospital records were provided to give credence to this report, I believe. It was a good, faith-building read – couldn't put it down til the last word! This one is quite similar in theme, but the story itself unfolds quite a bit differently. Read this – you'll be amazed and delighted in the end!wrenrose07

Great book, could not put it down. Read it in two sittings and I am not a reader. It is not just a story about Heaven it is also a story for any parent who loves their child. For me it was two stories in one. Both equally worth the read, without giving up the whole story line it starts off with the parents trying to get their child well when the normal things are just not working. The second half is Colton's story of what he sees and experiences. Well worth the time to read this one. Might even help to answers some of those life's questions we all have a times in our lives. Very cool book. Enjoy it!idusa78

This is a beautiful hard cover book containing what many would consider essentials (practical knowledge) for boys preparing for life. It may have some conservative views in it, which it okay with me. Overall, it is just very basic, practical information that many families are too busy these days to pass on. I originally bought it for an 8 year old boy. However, once I had the book in hand, I realized that it was more appropriate for a boy of 12 or or older. I liked the book too much to return it, so I am keeping to read and/or to give as a gift when the right opportunity presents itself. This is a high quality purchase for which I paid only $8.99! What a value!Olive

great book for boys – grandsons and great grandsons – excellent content for all youth – girls or boys\ from Invictus – "it matters not how straight the gate – how charged with punishments the scroll – I am the master of my fate – the captain of my soul." this is something worth remembering and repeating and sharing with our young people.sleepyswan

I loved this book! It had so much information in it! I hope my grandson appreciates it as much as I did. I even want one to keep in my house!Bae Bae

Book delivered promptly to me. I took The BFG and The Witches to Norway recently to read to 3 grandchildren and we read BFG in no time as they didn't want me to stop. Each paragraph was exciting. However, the jaw-breaker names were not easy to read! The Witches followed with kids complaining each time they were called for a meal and we had to stop reading.no nick name

In my whole life, this is the only book I’ve read beginning to end and honestly I think it’s just because of how creative they was. It was definitely out of the ordinary and kept my interest sparked! Very good book. I think All kids would enjoy this too. The BFG stands for big friendly giantd'vaughn.m

My daughter needed to read this book as a summer reading requirement and my mom purchased it for her. She is enjoying it and is almost done with the book. She has also read James and the Giant Peach and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl as well.Francesca

This book was a beloved favourite of my 60 yo brother in law. It was a speciall gift to bring back childhood memories. Classic boys own.Gabrielle Mary

Super cute, super sweet, story about a dog who is elected mayor. Really great illustrations, and plenty of hilarious mishaps. I really love this book!Porkins

I am buying lots of age-appropriate for my grandchildren to keep at my house so we can read when they visit. This one is a keeper!BankLady

My daughter loves this book and it is in great shape. It was a Christmas present and even arrived before Christmas.( I ordered it late.) The story is about a little boy in second grade. The book is narrated through Billy Miller's point of view. It tells of his school life and his home life throughout the year. It is a wonderful read for children grades 1st thru 4th. The plot is what most second graders would endure in a school year. It had nothing shocking or surprising and totally relate-able to most kids. Highly recommend it.proud-k

Great lessons but the book could use better & more questions to review the lesson. A child is often able to pick the correct answers without learning the material. This book alone would not be adequate for homeschooling. It does not include a complete cirriculum for my state standards. It is good to use over summers or near the end of the school year to keep kids skills sharp. Kids are able to do most of the material in this book independently. Overall I am satisfied with the purchase. The books arrived very quickly, well packaged and with excellent customer service. I will buy more books in the series even knowing that they do not include complete cirriculums.Sonya

Using this to refresh as we go into 3rd grade curriculum. It's so thorough while not being overwhelming and the illustrations are eye catching.CHELSEA

We're loving this book so far! We bought it as a summer intro to second grade before we start using our actual second grade curriculum books. We've been keeping all of the subject separate with post-it notes to make it a bit easier. While I do like the book, I wouldn't consider it a complete second grade curriculum. We're using it to introduce what we'll be doing in-depth next year.Bethany