Neville: Read & Listen Edition
Schwartz & Wade 2011
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- moving to a new place
- belonging
- courage
- self-confidence
- community
- creativity
- overcoming shyness
About this book
When a boy moves to a new neighborhood, he isn’t sure how to make friends—until a playful idea helps him break the ice. Norton Juster’s gentle, witty text pairs with G. Brian Karas’s warm illustrations for a comforting read-aloud about being the new kid. Perfect for early elementary listeners and emerging readers, it captures the nervous excitement of starting over and the joy of finding your crowd. Families love its humor, repetition, and reassuring message about belonging.
Setting: a present-day suburban neighborhood
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Neville: Read & Listen Edition right for my child?
Yes — Neville: Read & Listen Edition 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, moving to a new place, belonging.
How long does it take to read Neville: Read & Listen Edition?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Neville: Read & Listen Edition takes around 7m to finish. The book has 850 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Neville: Read & Listen Edition have an AR quiz?
Yes — Neville: Read & Listen Edition 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 Neville: Read & Listen Edition?
Neville: Read & Listen Edition 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.