Away with Words!
Wise and Witty Poems for Language Lovers
2022
Challenging read for K–3rd grade
Reading level 4.5 (4th grade) is above the ages 5–9 interest range
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Genre
Themes
- wordplay
- humor
- language and vocabulary
- creativity
- sound and rhythm
- reading and writing
- observation
- poetry forms
About this book
Former Children’s Poet Laureate Mary Ann Hoberman celebrates the sound and sense of English in a lively collection of playful poems. Puns, homophones, tongue twisters, and clever turns of phrase invite kids to giggle while thinking more deeply about how words work. The short, rhythmic pieces make terrific read-alouds for home or classroom. Perfect for budding word lovers in the early grades who enjoy humor and language play.
Setting: varied, language-focused poems with no single setting
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Away with Words! right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Away with Words!. The reading level is AR 4.5, which is typical for 4th 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 wordplay, humor, language and vocabulary.
How long does it take to read Away with Words!?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Away with Words! takes around 25m to finish. The book has 3,800 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Away with Words! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Away with Words! 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 Away with Words!?
Away with Words! has an AR reading level of 4.5, which places it at a 4th 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.