Here we go round the mulberry bush
by Will Hillenbrand
Harcourt 2003
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- daily routines
- animals
- music and rhythm
- play and movement
- community
- humor
- morning time
About this book
A playful, sing-along retelling of the classic nursery rhyme follows a cast of zoo animals as they move through their morning routines before the gates open. Repetitive, rhythmic text invites young children to chime in and act out the motions. Bright, friendly illustrations and familiar actions make this a perfect read-aloud for preschool and early elementary listeners. Great for building phonological awareness, participation, and fun storytime energy.
Setting: a lively zoo in the early morning
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Here we go round the mulberry bush right for my child?
Yes — Here we go round the mulberry bush 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 daily routines, animals, music and rhythm.
How long does it take to read Here we go round the mulberry bush?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Here we go round the mulberry bush takes around 2m to finish. The book has 180 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Here we go round the mulberry bush have an AR quiz?
Yes — Here we go round the mulberry bush 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 Here we go round the mulberry bush?
Here we go round the mulberry bush 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.