Big (Caldecott Medal Winner & Coretta Scott King Honor Title)
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers 2023
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- self-acceptance
- body positivity
- kindness and empathy
- identity
- resilience
- feelings and emotional growth
- bullying and teasing
- affirmation
About this book
A young girl is told she is “too big,” and the hurtful words begin to weigh on her—until she learns to see her size as strength and something to celebrate. With brief, poetic text and luminous illustrations, Vashti Harrison explores body image, self-worth, and the impact of others’ words. This tender picture book invites conversations about kindness and confidence and is ideal for shared reading. Perfect for primary grades and families looking to build social-emotional learning and self-love.
Setting: contemporary home, school, and community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Big (Caldecott Medal Winner & Coretta Scott King Honor Title) right for my child?
Yes — Big (Caldecott Medal Winner & Coretta Scott King Honor Title) is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.3, 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 self-acceptance, body positivity, kindness and empathy.
How long does it take to read Big (Caldecott Medal Winner & Coretta Scott King Honor Title)?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Big (Caldecott Medal Winner & Coretta Scott King Honor Title) takes around 4m to finish. The book has 500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Big (Caldecott Medal Winner & Coretta Scott King Honor Title) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Big (Caldecott Medal Winner & Coretta Scott King Honor Title) 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 Big (Caldecott Medal Winner & Coretta Scott King Honor Title)?
Big (Caldecott Medal Winner & Coretta Scott King Honor Title) has an AR reading level of 2.3, 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.