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How hungry are you?

by Donna Jo Napoli

Atheneum Books for Young Readers 2001

Great fit for 2nd grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

2nd grade English
0.5
AR Points
6m
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Fantasy

Themes

  • sharing
  • friendship
  • community
  • cooperation
  • counting
  • generosity
  • problem-solving

About this book

Two friends plan a picnic, but as they head out, more and more animal pals join in, each bringing something to share. The lively, cumulative story builds anticipation as the group grows and the meal gets bigger. Playful collage art and rhythmic repetition invite kids to chime in and count along. Perfect for young listeners and early readers who enjoy humor, food-themed fun, and stories about sharing.

Setting: a sunny park and nearby woods during a picnic, present day

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is How hungry are you? right for my child?

Yes — How hungry are you? is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.3, 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 sharing, friendship, community.

How long does it take to read How hungry are you??

At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, How hungry are you? takes around 6m to finish. The book has 750 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does How hungry are you? have an AR quiz?

Yes — How hungry are you? 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 hungry are you??

How hungry are you? has an AR reading level of 2.3, 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.