Clifford's First Snow Day (Clifford the Big Red Dog)
Scholastic 1998
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- winter fun
- friendship
- curiosity and exploration
- trying new things
- problem-solving
- family and belonging
About this book
Little Clifford experiences snow for the very first time, discovering how fun winter can be as he plays, explores, and learns alongside Emily Elizabeth. Simple text and bright, friendly art make this an inviting read for beginning readers. Kids enjoy the playful puppy mishaps and the cozy, wintry scenes. It’s a gentle story perfect for sharing before a snow day or any time of year.
Setting: a suburban neighborhood on a snowy winter day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clifford's First Snow Day (Clifford the Big Red Dog) right for my child?
Yes — Clifford's First Snow Day (Clifford the Big Red Dog) is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.4, which is typical for 1st 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 winter fun, friendship, curiosity and exploration.
How long does it take to read Clifford's First Snow Day (Clifford the Big Red Dog)?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Clifford's First Snow Day (Clifford the Big Red Dog) takes around 5m to finish. The book has 380 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Clifford's First Snow Day (Clifford the Big Red Dog) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Clifford's First Snow Day (Clifford the Big Red Dog) 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 Clifford's First Snow Day (Clifford the Big Red Dog)?
Clifford's First Snow Day (Clifford the Big Red Dog) has an AR reading level of 1.4, which places it at a 1st 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.