Brooms are for flying!
by Michael Rex
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) 2009
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- Halloween
- community celebrations
- rhyming read-aloud
- imagination
- costumes and make-believe
- friendship
About this book
A cheerful Halloween read-aloud, Brooms Are for Flying! celebrates all the classic parts of the holiday with short, bouncy lines and bright, friendly art. Young children follow costumed kids as they parade, carve pumpkins, bob for apples, and enjoy a not-too-spooky night. The simple, rhythmic text makes it perfect for preschool and early readers to join in. Families love it as a festive, fun primer on Halloween traditions.
Setting: a neighborhood on Halloween night
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brooms are for flying! right for my child?
Yes — Brooms are for flying! is a great fit for Kindergarten. The reading level is AR 0.7, which is typical for Kindergarten. 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 Halloween, community celebrations, rhyming read-aloud.
How long does it take to read Brooms are for flying!?
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, Brooms are for flying! takes around 2m to finish. The book has 100 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Brooms are for flying! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Brooms are for flying! 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 Brooms are for flying!?
Brooms are for flying! has an AR reading level of 0.7, which places it at a Kindergarten 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.