The manual "Modern Ukrainian Writers for Children" will acquaint 2nd grade students with the recommended range of reading and prepare them for independent reading activities in accordance with standard educational programs and the State Standard of Primary Education. The book includes poems, short stories, excerpts from stories and literary tales written by famous Ukrainian poets and prose writers. A variety of works by subject, genre, emotional focus will help second-graders to perceive literature as an unusual and exciting world in which everyone can find something interesting for themselves. Excellent illustrations will help to better understand the content of the works read and the development of children's artistic tastes and creative imagination. For teachers, 2nd graders and their parents.