Bailey goes camping
by Kevin Henkes
HarperTrophy 1985
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- sibling relationships
- feeling left out
- imagination and pretend play
- family support
- patience
- problem-solving
- growing up
About this book
When Bailey’s older siblings head off on a camping trip, he’s told he’s too little to go. With gentle humor and warm illustrations, Bailey discovers there’s more than one way to have an adventure. This cozy story speaks to young children who’ve felt left out and celebrates creative play at home. Perfect for read-alouds and emerging readers who love Kevin Henkes’s mouse family tales.
Setting: a contemporary family home and backyard
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bailey goes camping right for my child?
Yes — Bailey goes camping is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.1, which is typical for 2nd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include sibling relationships, feeling left out, imagination and pretend play.
How long does it take to read Bailey goes camping?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Bailey goes camping takes around 5m to finish. The book has 650 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Bailey goes camping have an AR quiz?
Yes — Bailey goes camping has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Bailey goes camping?
Bailey goes camping has an AR reading level of 2.1, which places it at a 2nd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.