Can It Rain Cats and Dogs?
Questions and Answers about Weather
by Melvin Berger, Gilda Berger, Robert Sullivan
Scholastic Reference 1999
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- weather and climate
- science inquiry
- curiosity and questioning
- storms and extreme weather
- Earth science
- observation and discovery
- how things work
About this book
This engaging Q&A book tackles kids’ biggest questions about weather—from what makes wind and rain to how hail forms and what El Niño is. Short, fact-packed answers and lively photos make complex ideas easy to understand. It’s a great pick for curious readers who love science facts and quick explanations. Perfect for grades 3–6, it supports school science units and sparks real-world observation.
Setting: global weather phenomena and Earth's atmosphere
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Can It Rain Cats and Dogs? right for my child?
Yes — Can It Rain Cats and Dogs? is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.2, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include weather and climate, science inquiry, curiosity and questioning.
How long does it take to read Can It Rain Cats and Dogs??
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Can It Rain Cats and Dogs? takes around 38m to finish. The book has 6,200 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Can It Rain Cats and Dogs? have an AR quiz?
Yes — Can It Rain Cats and Dogs? has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 Can It Rain Cats and Dogs??
Can It Rain Cats and Dogs? has an AR reading level of 5.2, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — 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.