Feast of Peas
by Kashmira Sheth
National Geographic Books 2023
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- honesty
- generosity
- gardening and nature
- patience
- problem-solving
- community
About this book
In this lively picture book set in India, Jiva lovingly tends his garden and dreams of a big, crunchy pea feast. But whenever the peas are finally ready to pick, they mysteriously disappear! With playful repetition and gentle suspense, the story explores friendship, honesty, and sharing. Young readers will enjoy the rhythmic text, colorful scenes, and the satisfying message about generosity.
Setting: a village in India, in a backyard vegetable garden
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Feast of Peas right for my child?
Yes — Feast of Peas is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.6, 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 friendship, honesty, generosity.
How long does it take to read Feast of Peas?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Feast of Peas takes around 6m to finish. The book has 700 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Feast of Peas have an AR quiz?
Yes — Feast of Peas 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 Feast of Peas?
Feast of Peas has an AR reading level of 2.6, 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.