Flower garden
by Eve Bunting, Kathryn Hewitt
Perfection Learning 1994
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- family love
- celebrations
- gardening and nature
- acts of kindness
- urban life
- father–child bonding
- home and community
About this book
In this warm, simple picture book, a young girl and her dad buy flowers and create a window-box garden as a surprise for Mom’s birthday. Short, rhythmic text and bright illustrations show their trip through the city, planting together, and the joy of bringing nature into their apartment. It’s a gentle celebration of family, love, and the beauty of growing things. Perfect for preschoolers and early readers who enjoy everyday stories with rich visual details.
Setting: a contemporary city neighborhood and apartment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Flower garden right for my child?
Yes — Flower garden is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.2, 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 family love, celebrations, gardening and nature.
How long does it take to read Flower garden?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Flower garden takes around 2m to finish. The book has 220 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Flower garden have an AR quiz?
Yes — Flower garden 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 Flower garden?
Flower garden has an AR reading level of 2.2, 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.