Get up and go!
Perfection Learning 1996
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- time management
- routines
- planning and sequencing
- responsibility
- problem solving
- math in everyday life
About this book
This MathStart picture book follows kids as they plan their morning and a day of activities, using clocks and simple schedules to keep on track. Through lively scenes and clear visuals, it shows how long everyday tasks take and how to sequence them. Young readers see math in real life, building confidence with time concepts while enjoying playful, relatable situations. It’s a friendly pick for early elementary students learning to tell and manage time.
Setting: contemporary homes and neighborhood during a typical day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Get up and go! right for my child?
Yes — Get up and go! 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 time management, routines, planning and sequencing.
How long does it take to read Get up and go!?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Get up and go! takes around 5m to finish. The book has 650 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Get up and go! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Get up and go! 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 Get up and go!?
Get up and go! 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.