Bear wants more
by Karma Wilson, Jane Chapman
Pearson Yayınları 2003
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- sharing
- teamwork
- seasons and nature
- hunger and food
- kindness
- community
- humor
About this book
After a long winter’s sleep, Bear wakes up hungry—very hungry—and his woodland friends help him search for tasty springtime treats. Told in bouncy, rhyming text with warm, inviting art, this picture book delights young listeners and early readers. It’s a cozy, humorous story about friendship and sharing that makes a great read-aloud. Perfect for preschool to early elementary kids who enjoy gentle animal adventures.
Setting: a springtime forest
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bear wants more right for my child?
Yes — Bear wants more is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.2, 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, sharing, teamwork.
How long does it take to read Bear wants more?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Bear wants more takes around 4m to finish. The book has 520 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Bear wants more have an AR quiz?
Yes — Bear wants more 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 Bear wants more?
Bear wants more has an AR reading level of 2.2, 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.