Aargh, it's an alien!
by Karen Wallace
Stone Arch Books 2006
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- imagination
- courage
- teamwork
- problem-solving
- mystery
- curiosity
- humor
About this book
When strange lights flash in the night and odd clues turn up around the neighborhood, two friends are sure an alien has landed. They set out to investigate with big imaginations and even bigger bravery. Short chapters, lively humor, and plenty of suspense keep new readers turning pages. It’s a fun, silly mystery for kids who like space stories without the scares.
Setting: a small town neighborhood and school, present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aargh, it's an alien! right for my child?
Yes — Aargh, it's an alien! is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.5, 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 friendship, imagination, courage.
How long does it take to read Aargh, it's an alien!?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Aargh, it's an alien! takes around 13m to finish. The book has 1,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Aargh, it's an alien! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Aargh, it's an alien! 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 Aargh, it's an alien!?
Aargh, it's an alien! has an AR reading level of 2.5, 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.