Do Not Lick This Book
by Idan Ben-Barak
2018
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- germs and hygiene
- curiosity
- science and discovery
- the invisible world
- observation and experimentation
- health and cleanliness
- cause and effect
About this book
This playful, interactive nonfiction picture book introduces kids to the invisible world of microbes through a friendly guide named Min. Readers are invited to "send" Min to different places—like a shirt, teeth, and skin—while seeing what those surfaces look like up close. With clear, funny text and striking microscopic images, it explains how germs live and move, and why cleanliness matters. Perfect for curious preschoolers and early elementary readers who love gross-but-fascinating science.
Setting: the microscopic world on everyday surfaces and the human body
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Do Not Lick This Book right for my child?
Yes — Do Not Lick This Book is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.4, 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 germs and hygiene, curiosity, science and discovery.
How long does it take to read Do Not Lick This Book?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Do Not Lick This Book takes around 6m to finish. The book has 700 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Do Not Lick This Book have an AR quiz?
Yes — Do Not Lick This Book 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 Do Not Lick This Book?
Do Not Lick This Book has an AR reading level of 2.4, 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.