Edmund and Drum and the baby turtles
by Lily, Marie. Hales, Isaac
Harcourt School Publishers 2008
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- respect for nature
- responsibility
- friendship
- teamwork
- problem-solving
- community
- empathy
About this book
Edmund and his friend Drum spend a day at the beach where they discover a nest of baby sea turtles. They learn how people can keep wildlife safe and what it takes for hatchlings to reach the ocean. Short sentences, clear vocabulary, and supportive illustrations make this a friendly choice for early readers. Animal-loving kids enjoy the real-world setting and the chance to see children helping nature.
Setting: a sandy beach in a coastal community during sea turtle hatching season
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edmund and Drum and the baby turtles right for my child?
Yes — Edmund and Drum and the baby turtles is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.1, 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 respect for nature, responsibility, friendship.
How long does it take to read Edmund and Drum and the baby turtles?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Edmund and Drum and the baby turtles takes around 5m to finish. The book has 650 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Edmund and Drum and the baby turtles have an AR quiz?
Yes — Edmund and Drum and the baby turtles 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 Edmund and Drum and the baby turtles?
Edmund and Drum and the baby turtles has an AR reading level of 2.1, 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.