Houghton Mifflin Leveled Readers: Soccer fun! (2.3.1)
by
2004
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- teamwork
- sportsmanship
- friendship
- practice and improvement
- confidence
- fair play
About this book
This leveled reader follows a group of kids as they learn basic soccer skills and enjoy a friendly game together. Short sentences, controlled vocabulary, and plenty of picture support make it ideal for growing readers in second grade and beyond. Young athletes will relate to the excitement of passing, shooting, and working as a team. It’s a confidence-building story that celebrates practice, sportsmanship, and having fun.
Setting: a school or community soccer field in the present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houghton Mifflin Leveled Readers: Soccer fun! (2.3.1) right for my child?
Yes — Houghton Mifflin Leveled Readers: Soccer fun! (2.3.1) is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.8, 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 teamwork, sportsmanship, friendship.
How long does it take to read Houghton Mifflin Leveled Readers: Soccer fun! (2.3.1)?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Houghton Mifflin Leveled Readers: Soccer fun! (2.3.1) takes around 7m to finish. The book has 850 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Houghton Mifflin Leveled Readers: Soccer fun! (2.3.1) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Houghton Mifflin Leveled Readers: Soccer fun! (2.3.1) 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 Houghton Mifflin Leveled Readers: Soccer fun! (2.3.1)?
Houghton Mifflin Leveled Readers: Soccer fun! (2.3.1) has an AR reading level of 2.8, 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.