Arthur's honey bear
HarperFestival 1983
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- growing up
- attachment
- choices and consequences
- family
- empathy
- responsibility
- problem-solving
- generosity
About this book
Arthur loves his old Honey Bear, but he starts to wonder if he’s too grown-up to keep it. A neighborhood sale tempts him to trade it for something new, and he has to think hard about what really matters. With gentle humor and warm, expressive art, this Level 2 I Can Read story explores big feelings in a simple, reassuring way. It’s perfect for K–3 readers building confidence with longer pages and familiar family situations.
Setting: suburban neighborhood and home, present day
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arthur's honey bear right for my child?
Yes — Arthur's honey bear is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.8, 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 growing up, attachment, choices and consequences.
How long does it take to read Arthur's honey bear?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Arthur's honey bear takes around 11m to finish. The book has 1,300 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Arthur's honey bear have an AR quiz?
Yes — Arthur's honey bear 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 Arthur's honey bear?
Arthur's honey bear has an AR reading level of 2.8, 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.