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Free Reading Activities for 1st and 2nd Grade

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Free Reading Activities for 1st and 2nd Grade

Our free reading activities for 1st and 2nd grade will engage young learners in topics ranging from incredible insects to the great outdoors to the history of our country.

Guide your students as they use eBooks, videos, and hands-on activities for reading practice. We’ve also included literacy lessons in Spanish and family support guides.

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View more language arts activities for 1st and 2nd grade. Or, check out our full list of free learning activities for all grades and all subjects.

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