I stink!
by Kate McMullan, Kate McMullan
Joanne Cotler Books 2002
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
Themes include environmental awareness
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Genre
Themes
- community helpers
- machines and vehicles
- humor
- city life
- pride in work
- routines
- alphabet/concepts
- environmental awareness
About this book
A brash, funny garbage truck tells readers exactly why he’s the king of the curb, from his nightly route to the deliciously yucky stuff he chomps. The bold, rhythmic voice and big, graphic art pull in truck-loving kids and early listeners. Simple text, alphabet-style trash lists, and sound effects make it a lively read-aloud for preschool through early elementary. Perfect for fans of vehicles and silly, gross-out humor.
Setting: a busy city at night on a garbage route
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is I stink! right for my child?
Yes — I stink! is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.1, 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 community helpers, machines and vehicles, humor.
How long does it take to read I stink!?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, I stink! takes around 4m to finish. The book has 430 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does I stink! have an AR quiz?
Yes — I stink! 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 stink!?
I stink! has an AR reading level of 2.1, 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.