Orris and Timble: Lost and Found
Candlewick Press 2025
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- trust
- growing up
- change
- loyalty
- storytelling
- courage
About this book
Orris the rat and Timble the owl are unlikely friends who meet in a quiet barn, sharing stories in the hush of night. When Timble begins to change and a visit doesn’t come as expected, Orris must trust in their bond and in himself. With gentle, simple prose and evocative illustrations, this short chapter book explores how friendships grow and shift over time. Perfect for early readers and read-alouds, it offers warmth, humor, and a comforting look at big feelings.
Setting: a quiet barn and surrounding countryside, mostly at night
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Orris and Timble: Lost and Found right for my child?
Yes — Orris and Timble: Lost and Found is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.8, 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, trust, growing up.
How long does it take to read Orris and Timble: Lost and Found?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Orris and Timble: Lost and Found takes around 22m to finish. The book has 2,600 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Orris and Timble: Lost and Found have an AR quiz?
Yes — Orris and Timble: Lost and Found 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 Orris and Timble: Lost and Found?
Orris and Timble: Lost and Found has an AR reading level of 2.8, 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.