A Monster is Coming!
Random House Books for Young Readers 2011
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- rumors and gossip
- miscommunication
- fear vs. facts
- friendship
- community
- courage
- humor
About this book
When Inchworm overhears Mama Bug and spreads the word that a monster is coming, the warning races through the meadow from Toad to Rabbit to Mouse to Fox—growing bigger and sillier with each retelling. This playful, suspenseful Step 2 reader uses short sentences and familiar vocabulary perfect for new readers. Kids enjoy the funny mix-ups, expressive animal characters, and the just-scary-enough build-up that ends with smiles. It’s a light lesson in how rumors grow, wrapped in an easy, confidence-building read.
Setting: a woodland meadow with animal neighbors
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Monster is Coming! right for my child?
Yes — A Monster is Coming! 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 rumors and gossip, miscommunication, fear vs. facts.
How long does it take to read A Monster is Coming!?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, A Monster is Coming! takes around 7m to finish. The book has 520 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does A Monster is Coming! have an AR quiz?
Yes — A Monster is Coming! 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 A Monster is Coming!?
A Monster is Coming! 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.