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You're All My Favorites

by Sam McBratney

Candlewick Press 2013

Great fit for 2nd grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

2nd grade English Juvenile Fiction
37
Pages
0.5
AR Points
6m
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Picture Book

Themes

  • family love
  • sibling rivalry
  • reassurance
  • individuality
  • self-acceptance
  • belonging

About this book

Three bear cubs begin to worry that their parents might love one of them most. Mommy and Daddy Bear gently show each cub what makes them special and reassure them there’s enough love for everyone. With warm, simple text by Sam McBratney and comforting art by Anita Jeram, this cozy picture book is perfect for sharing with siblings. Ideal for bedtime and for families welcoming a new baby or navigating sibling rivalry.

Setting: a cozy bear family’s den in the forest

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is You're All My Favorites right for my child?

Yes — You're All My Favorites 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 family love, sibling rivalry, reassurance.

How long does it take to read You're All My Favorites?

At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, You're All My Favorites takes around 6m to finish. The book has 700 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does You're All My Favorites have an AR quiz?

Yes — You're All My Favorites 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 You're All My Favorites?

You're All My Favorites 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.