The Best Seat in Second Grade: A First Day of School Book for Kids

Katharine Kenah

Jun 2011 · Sold by Harper Collins

About this ebook

Sam has the best seat in second grade—right next to George Washington, the class pet! 

Sam brings his hamster buddy on the class field trip to the science museum…but disaster strikes when George jumps from Sam’s pocket into the museum’s Hamster Habitat.

“Carter’s expressive watercolor illustrations help bring the kids in room 75 and their furry pet to life,” commented Kirkus.

The Best Seat in Second Grade is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.

Ratings and reviews

Very cute story about a second grader who pockets the classroom hamster. It was engaging and kept both my children interest. Definitely a sign of a well written, easy to follow story that both kids can relate to

My daughter has & loves hamsters, best book for her! !!

Kids will love Sam and his love for the class pet!

About the author

Katharine Kenah's Family Favorite is her grandmother's grandmother's brownies. The recipe for these delicious, fudgy-rich treats has been passed down for generations. Besides these delightful easy readers about Room 75, Katharine has written The Dream Shop, Eggs Over Easy, and many exciting nonfiction books for children. She lives with her family in Granville, Ohio.

Abby Carter loves to bake—especially blueberry pie, her Family Favorite. When she's not making a racket in the kitchen, she stays busy illustrating many beautiful picture books and early readers. Abby lives with her family in Connecticut.