Heat changes things
by Michael Medearis
Harcourt 1999
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- states of matter
- cause and effect
- observation
- experimentation
- everyday science
- physical science
- STEM
About this book
This early science reader introduces how heat can change the world around us—ice melts, butter softens, and water turns to steam. Short, simple sentences and clear visuals make the concept easy for beginning readers to understand. It’s a great fit for K–2 students learning about states of matter and everyday science. Kids enjoy seeing familiar, real-life examples they can observe at home or in the classroom.
Setting: everyday real-world settings (kitchen, classroom, outdoors)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Heat changes things right for my child?
Yes — Heat changes things is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.6, which is typical for 1st 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 states of matter, cause and effect, observation.
How long does it take to read Heat changes things?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Heat changes things takes around 3m to finish. The book has 220 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Heat changes things have an AR quiz?
Yes — Heat changes things 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 Heat changes things?
Heat changes things has an AR reading level of 1.6, which places it at a 1st 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.