Hear Your Heart
by Paul Showers
HarperCollins 1968
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
Themes include self-awareness
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Genre
Themes
- human body
- health and wellness
- curiosity
- observation and inquiry
- science experiments
- self-awareness
- STEM
About this book
This Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science title introduces young readers to how the heart works and how to feel their own pulse. Simple text and inviting illustrations explain blood flow, heartbeat, and easy activities kids can try at home or school. It’s a friendly, fact-filled look at the human body that builds curiosity and confidence. Perfect for early elementary readers and budding scientists.
Setting: everyday life; basic human biology with simple at‑home and classroom activities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hear Your Heart right for my child?
Yes — Hear Your Heart 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 human body, health and wellness, curiosity.
How long does it take to read Hear Your Heart?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Hear Your Heart takes around 6m to finish. The book has 750 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Hear Your Heart have an AR quiz?
Yes — Hear Your Heart 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 Hear Your Heart?
Hear Your Heart 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.