How to Drive Your Brother Bananas (I Can Read Level 2)
I Can Read! Level 2 Series
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What’s inside...
This humorous Level 2 I Can Read! title by Diane Z. Shore offers younger readers a step-by-step “instruction manual” from a little sister who is determined to pester her older brother. Over one very busy day at home, in the yard, and around the neighborhood, she puts her prank-filled plan into action—only to discover that teasing can go too far. Warm, cartoon-style illustrations capture both the comedy and the eventual reconciliation as the siblings learn that family fun works best when everyone laughs together.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Little Sister (narrator)
Older Brother
Discussion points
Which prank made you laugh the most? Why?
How did the brother feel after each prank?
What could the sister have done instead of teasing?
Has someone ever annoyed you in a playful way?
How can siblings show kindness every day?
Tip: Role play these questions
Pause to ask your child to predict the brother’s reaction.
Act out facial expressions to explore emotions.
Create a family kindness chart inspired by the ending.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Sister realizes her actions hurt her brother.
Real-World Application: Think before joking—ask how others might feel.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: She chooses to make amends after pranks backfire.
Real-World Application: Own up to mistakes and offer apologies.
Example Lesson: Positive Communication
Explanation: Siblings talk through their feelings during truce.
Real-World Application: Use words, not tricks, to solve conflicts.