I took my frog to the library
by Eric A. Kimmel
Live Oak Media 1992
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- respect for rules
- responsibility
- community
- love of reading
- consequences
- humor
- library etiquette
- problem-solving
About this book
A little girl loves the library so much that she brings her animal friends along—but frogs, hens, and elephants don’t always follow library rules. Each visit turns into a funny mishap that shows why libraries have guidelines. With lively, rhythmic text and playful illustrations, this picture book gently teaches library etiquette. Perfect for storytime and early readers who enjoy silly animal antics and trips to the library.
Setting: a neighborhood public library, present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is I took my frog to the library right for my child?
Yes — I took my frog to the library 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 respect for rules, responsibility, community.
How long does it take to read I took my frog to the library?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, I took my frog to the library takes around 5m to finish. The book has 650 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does I took my frog to the library have an AR quiz?
Yes — I took my frog to the library 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 took my frog to the library?
I took my frog to the library 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.