Lissy's friends
by Grace Lin
Viking Juvenile 2007
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- new school
- creativity
- imagination
- self-confidence
- belonging
- arts and crafts
About this book
On her first day at a new school, shy Lissy feels alone—until she begins folding origami animals that keep her company and spark her imagination. As her paper friends grow in number, so does her confidence. Grace Lin’s warm, colorful art and gentle text celebrate creativity, courage, and finding your place. Perfect for young readers starting school or facing new situations.
Setting: a contemporary elementary school and city neighborhood
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lissy's friends right for my child?
Yes — Lissy's friends is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.7, 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 friendship, new school, creativity.
How long does it take to read Lissy's friends?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Lissy's friends takes around 7m to finish. The book has 780 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Lissy's friends have an AR quiz?
Yes — Lissy's friends 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 Lissy's friends?
Lissy's friends has an AR reading level of 2.7, 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.