Two Homes
by Claire Masurel
Candlewick Press 2014
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- divorce and separation
- family love
- resilience
- belonging
- coping with change
- co-parenting
- home and identity
About this book
Alex has two cozy, loving homes—one with Mommy and one with Daddy. In each place, there are familiar routines, special spaces, and people who care. This gentle picture book reassures young children experiencing separation or divorce that love stays constant even when living arrangements change. Simple, comforting language and warm illustrations make it a supportive read-aloud for families and classrooms.
Setting: contemporary homes in two households
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Two Homes right for my child?
Yes — Two Homes is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.9, which is typical for 1st 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 divorce and separation, family love, resilience.
How long does it take to read Two Homes?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Two Homes takes around 4m to finish. The book has 300 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Two Homes have an AR quiz?
Yes — Two Homes 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 Two Homes?
Two Homes has an AR reading level of 1.9, which places it at a 1st 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.