Go, Go, Cars!
by Jennifer Liberts
Random House Books for Young Readers 2018
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- transportation
- family/siblings
- community
- curiosity and discovery
- rhythm and rhyme
- everyday adventures
- observation
About this book
This bouncy Step 1 reader follows a brother and sister as they spot all kinds of cars around their neighborhood. Simple, rhyming text and bright illustrations make it a confidence-boosting choice for brand-new readers who love things that go. Picture clues and repetitive phrasing help kids decode words and build early reading skills. Perfect for vehicle fans ready to take their first lap around independent reading.
Setting: a contemporary neighborhood, parade route, and car wash
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Go, Go, Cars! right for my child?
Yes — Go, Go, Cars! is a great fit for Kindergarten. The reading level is AR 0.8, which is typical for Kindergarten. 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 transportation, family/siblings, community.
How long does it take to read Go, Go, Cars!?
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, Go, Go, Cars! takes around 3m to finish. The book has 150 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Go, Go, Cars! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Go, Go, Cars! 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 Go, Go, Cars!?
Go, Go, Cars! has an AR reading level of 0.8, which places it at a Kindergarten 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.