I live on a farm
by S. Ward, Stasia Ward Kehoe
PowerKids Press 1999
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- rural life
- family and community
- responsibility
- animals and caretaking
- seasons and weather
- work and daily routines
About this book
This simple nonfiction book follows a child who lives on a farm, introducing animals, chores, and machines through clear text and real-life photos. Young readers see how families work together to care for animals and crops across the seasons. Short sentences and supportive visuals make it a strong choice for early readers and classroom units on communities. Kids enjoy the peek into everyday farm life and the chance to name familiar animals and equipment.
Setting: a modern family farm in the countryside
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is I live on a farm right for my child?
Yes — I live on a farm is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.9, 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 rural life, family and community, responsibility.
How long does it take to read I live on a farm?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, I live on a farm takes around 4m to finish. The book has 350 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does I live on a farm have an AR quiz?
Yes — I live on a farm 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 live on a farm?
I live on a farm has an AR reading level of 1.9, 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.