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From Chick to Chicken (Powell, Jillian. How Do They Grow?,)

by Jillian Powell

Raintree 2001

Great fit for 2nd grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

2nd grade English
32
Pages
0.5
AR Points
5m
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Nonfiction

Themes

  • life cycles
  • animals
  • growth and change
  • farm life
  • observation
  • science process
  • care and responsibility
  • nonfiction text features

About this book

This photo-rich nonfiction book follows a chicken’s life cycle from egg to fluffy chick to full-grown hen or rooster. Short, clear sentences and labeled images help young readers see how chicks hatch, grow feathers, and learn to live on a farm. It’s perfect for early elementary science units and animal lovers who enjoy real-life pictures. Kids are drawn to the cute chicks and the step-by-step look at how living things change over time.

Setting: farms and hatcheries; the life cycle of a chicken

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is From Chick to Chicken (Powell, Jillian. How Do They Grow?,) right for my child?

Yes — From Chick to Chicken (Powell, Jillian. How Do They Grow?,) is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.8, 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 life cycles, animals, growth and change.

How long does it take to read From Chick to Chicken (Powell, Jillian. How Do They Grow?,)?

At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, From Chick to Chicken (Powell, Jillian. How Do They Grow?,) takes around 5m to finish. The book has 600 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does From Chick to Chicken (Powell, Jillian. How Do They Grow?,) have an AR quiz?

Yes — From Chick to Chicken (Powell, Jillian. How Do They Grow?,) 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 From Chick to Chicken (Powell, Jillian. How Do They Grow?,)?

From Chick to Chicken (Powell, Jillian. How Do They Grow?,) has an AR reading level of 2.8, 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.