I Am Peter
by Penguin Young Readers
Penguin 2014
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- adventure
- teamwork
- curiosity
- bravery
- problem-solving
- family
- responsibility
About this book
Meet the TV-animated Peter Rabbit in a friendly, first-reader introduction. Wearing his father’s blue coat and carrying a journal for new adventures, Peter teams up with Lily Bobtail and Benjamin Bunny for fun in the woods and garden. Simple sentences, repeated vocabulary, and bright art make this a confidence-building choice for emerging readers. Perfect for fans of the show and young animal lovers who enjoy gentle mischief and teamwork.
Setting: the English countryside and garden near Peter Rabbit’s burrow
Frequently Asked Questions
Is I Am Peter right for my child?
Yes — I Am Peter 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 friendship, adventure, teamwork.
How long does it take to read I Am Peter?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, I Am Peter takes around 4m to finish. The book has 350 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does I Am Peter have an AR quiz?
Yes — I Am Peter 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 I Am Peter?
I Am Peter 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.