Emma's yucky brother
by Jean Little
HarperCollins 2000
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- sibling rivalry
- family change
- jealousy
- empathy
- patience
- belonging
- adjustment
About this book
Emma has always wanted a little brother—until he arrives and seems noisy, messy, and takes everyone’s attention. Feeling left out, Emma struggles with jealousy and figuring out what being a big sister really means. With warmth and gentle humor, she begins to see the good in their growing relationship. Short chapters and familiar family moments make this an inviting pick for newly independent readers.
Setting: contemporary family home and neighborhood
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Emma's yucky brother right for my child?
Yes — Emma's yucky brother is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.8, 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 rivalry, family change, jealousy.
How long does it take to read Emma's yucky brother?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Emma's yucky brother takes around 16m to finish. The book has 1,900 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Emma's yucky brother have an AR quiz?
Yes — Emma's yucky brother 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 Emma's yucky brother?
Emma's yucky brother has an AR reading level of 2.8, 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.