This body's not big enough for both of us
by Dan Greenburg, Jack E. Davis
Turtleback Books 2000
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- identity
- body swap
- friendship
- teamwork
- self-control
- problem-solving
- humor
- supernatural
About this book
Zack has a knack for running into the weird, and this time a strange mishap leaves him sharing his own body with an unexpected guest. The tug-of-war inside his head leads to funny mix-ups at school and at home as the two try to figure out how to live together. Short chapters, goofy illustrations, and a spooky-but-silly vibe make it perfect for newly independent readers. Kids who enjoy light supernatural mysteries and humor will zip through it and look for more in The Zack Files.
Setting: contemporary New York City; school and apartment life
Frequently Asked Questions
Is This body's not big enough for both of us right for my child?
Yes — This body's not big enough for both of us is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.6, which is typical for 3rd 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 identity, body swap, friendship.
How long does it take to read This body's not big enough for both of us?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, This body's not big enough for both of us takes around 44m to finish. The book has 6,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does This body's not big enough for both of us have an AR quiz?
Yes — This body's not big enough for both of us has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 This body's not big enough for both of us?
This body's not big enough for both of us has an AR reading level of 3.6, which places it at a 3rd 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.