House Across the Street, The
Michael Di Capua Books 2002
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- imagination
- family dynamics
- independence
- rules and responsibility
- feelings and self-regulation
- expectations vs. reality
- home and belonging
- curiosity
About this book
A frustrated boy is sure life would be perfect in the mysterious house across the street, where he imagines there are no rules and everything goes his way. As his daydreams grow, he weighs what freedom might really feel like. Jules Feiffer’s expressive line art and witty voice capture big emotions with humor and heart. A great pick for young readers who’ve ever wished for different rules at home.
Setting: a contemporary city neighborhood, mostly on a residential street
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is House Across the Street, The right for my child?
Yes — House Across the Street, The is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.4, 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 imagination, family dynamics, independence.
How long does it take to read House Across the Street, The?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, House Across the Street, The takes around 7m to finish. The book has 800 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does House Across the Street, The have an AR quiz?
Yes — House Across the Street, The 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 House Across the Street, The?
House Across the Street, The has an AR reading level of 2.4, 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.