How Does The Sun Make Weather?
by Judith Williams
Enslow Elementary 2005
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- science and nature
- weather and climate
- cause and effect
- observation and inquiry
- the water cycle
- the Sun’s energy
- Earth systems
- seasons
About this book
This early reader explains how the Sun’s energy drives weather on Earth in clear, simple language. With short text and supportive photos, kids learn about sunlight heating land and water, air movement, clouds, and storms. It’s a friendly introduction to big science ideas for young readers just starting to explore how the world works. Great for curious kids and classroom discussions about weather and seasons.
Setting: Earth’s atmosphere and environments influenced by the Sun
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is How Does The Sun Make Weather? right for my child?
Yes — How Does The Sun Make Weather? is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.5, 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 science and nature, weather and climate, cause and effect.
How long does it take to read How Does The Sun Make Weather??
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, How Does The Sun Make Weather? takes around 5m to finish. The book has 550 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does How Does The Sun Make Weather? have an AR quiz?
Yes — How Does The Sun Make Weather? 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 How Does The Sun Make Weather??
How Does The Sun Make Weather? has an AR reading level of 2.5, 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.