Mail Harry to the moon!
by Robie H. Harris
Little, Brown and Co. 2008
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
- jealousy
- empathy
- patience
- love
- growing up
About this book
A big brother feels pushed aside by his new baby sibling, Harry, and imagines wild ways to send him far, far away—maybe even to the moon. Through playful exaggeration and laugh‑out‑loud moments, his frustration slowly gives way to affection. Young readers will recognize the ups and downs of welcoming a new baby and enjoy the energetic voice and lively illustrations. Perfect for families navigating sibling rivalry and for early elementary read‑alouds.
Setting: a contemporary family home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mail Harry to the moon! right for my child?
Yes — Mail Harry to the moon! 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 rivalry, family, jealousy.
How long does it take to read Mail Harry to the moon!?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Mail Harry to the moon! takes around 6m to finish. The book has 700 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Mail Harry to the moon! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Mail Harry to the moon! 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 Mail Harry to the moon!?
Mail Harry to the moon! 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.