Eew! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff in Your Body
by Pam Rosenberg
Child's World 2007
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- human body
- gross facts
- curiosity
- health and hygiene
- biology
- body systems
- science of everyday life
About this book
This short, photo-rich nonfiction book explores the icky, sticky stuff our bodies make—like mucus, earwax, sweat, and scabs—and explains how each one protects us. Simple text, clear labels, and fun facts make complex science easy for early elementary readers. Kids who love gross-out details will enjoy learning the real science behind them. A great pick for curious readers and reluctant learners alike.
Setting: inside the human body
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eew! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff in Your Body right for my child?
Yes — Eew! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff in Your Body is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.6, which is typical for 3rd 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 human body, gross facts, curiosity.
How long does it take to read Eew! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff in Your Body?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Eew! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff in Your Body takes around 6m to finish. The book has 750 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Eew! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff in Your Body have an AR quiz?
Yes — Eew! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff in Your Body 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 Eew! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff in Your Body?
Eew! Icky, Sticky, Gross Stuff in Your Body has an AR reading level of 3.6, which places it at a 3rd 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.