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My big lie

by Bill Cosby, Bill Cosby

Scholastic 2002

Great fit for 2nd grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

2nd grade English
0.5
AR Points
8m
Read time
AR Quiz Available
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Genre

Realistic Fiction

Themes

  • honesty
  • consequences
  • friendship
  • responsibility
  • empathy
  • family support
  • decision-making

About this book

Little Bill learns how a small fib can quickly grow and cause bigger problems than he expected. When he stretches the truth to impress his friends, he must figure out how to make it right. With supportive family and friends, he discovers that honesty and courage go hand in hand. A warm, relatable story for early readers about telling the truth and learning from mistakes.

Setting: contemporary urban neighborhood (Little Bill’s city and school)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is My big lie right for my child?

Yes — My big lie is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.6, 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 honesty, consequences, friendship.

How long does it take to read My big lie?

At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, My big lie takes around 8m to finish. The book has 1,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does My big lie have an AR quiz?

Yes — My big lie 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 My big lie?

My big lie has an AR reading level of 2.6, 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.