Ack! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff Underground
by Pam Rosenberg
Child's World 2007
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- nature
- decomposition
- ecosystems
- earth science
- curiosity and discovery
- animals and insects
- habitats
- gross-out humor
About this book
This short nonfiction book explores the gross and fascinating world beneath our feet—think worms, bugs, mud, and the yucky processes that help the earth stay healthy. Simple text and close-up photos make complex ideas easy for young readers to grasp. It’s a fun choice for kids who love gross-out facts and for classrooms studying soil, habitats, or life cycles. Great for early elementary readers building confidence with informational texts.
Setting: underground habitats—soil, burrows, and caves
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ack! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff Underground right for my child?
Yes — Ack! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff Underground is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.4, which is typical for 3rd 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 nature, decomposition, ecosystems.
How long does it take to read Ack! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff Underground?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Ack! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff Underground takes around 5m to finish. The book has 700 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Ack! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff Underground have an AR quiz?
Yes — Ack! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff Underground 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 Ack! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff Underground?
Ack! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff Underground has an AR reading level of 3.4, which places it at a 3rd 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.