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Cat Days

by Alexa Andrews

Penguin 2012

Great fit for Kindergarten

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

Kindergarten English Juvenile Fiction
33
Pages
0.5
AR Points
5m
Read time
AR Quiz Available
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Genre

Realistic Fiction

Themes

  • pets
  • daily routines
  • play
  • rest and bedtime
  • confidence-building
  • humor

About this book

This gentle Level 1 reader follows a cheerful cat through a simple day of sitting, running, playing, and finally napping. Short sentences, rhyme, and repeated words help brand-new readers build confidence and fluency. Bright, supportive art closely matches the text, making it easy for children to decode meaning from pictures. A great pick for preschool to first-grade readers who love animals and quick, satisfying stories.

Setting: home and neighborhood in everyday life

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cat Days right for my child?

Yes — Cat Days is a great fit for Kindergarten. The reading level is AR 0.6, 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 pets, daily routines, play.

How long does it take to read Cat Days?

At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, Cat Days takes around 5m to finish. The book has 220 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does Cat Days have an AR quiz?

Yes — Cat Days 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 Cat Days?

Cat Days has an AR reading level of 0.6, 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.