My Quiet Ship
When They Argue
by Hallee Adelman
Albert Whitman & Company 2018
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- family conflict
- anxiety and fear
- imagination as refuge
- emotional regulation
- bravery
- resilience
- communication
- safety and comfort
About this book
When voices at home get loud, Quinn retreats to a make-believe spaceship—the Quiet Ship—where he can feel safe and calm. Through gentle text and expressive art, the story shows how a child copes with scary arguments and big feelings. As Quinn learns new ways to handle noise and worry, readers see that bravery can be quiet and caring. A reassuring pick for young children and families, it invites conversations about feelings and safety.
Setting: a contemporary family home and a child’s imaginative spaceship refuge
Frequently Asked Questions
Is My Quiet Ship right for my child?
Yes — My Quiet Ship 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 family conflict, anxiety and fear, imagination as refuge.
How long does it take to read My Quiet Ship?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, My Quiet Ship takes around 6m to finish. The book has 750 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does My Quiet Ship have an AR quiz?
Yes — My Quiet Ship 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 Quiet Ship?
My Quiet Ship 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.