Ice Cream Soup
by Ann Ingalls
Penguin 2013
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- creativity
- trial and error
- problem-solving
- humor
- cause and effect
- following directions
- cooking and food
- perseverance
About this book
A young chef tries to make an ice cream cake, but adding too many fun mix-ins turns it into something unexpected—and deliciously silly. With bouncy rhymes, simple sentences, and bright illustrations, this Level 1 reader is perfect for kids just starting to read on their own. Beginning readers will giggle at the kitchen mishaps while building confidence with predictable, phonics-friendly text. Great for read-alouds and for children who love food, humor, and hands-on projects.
Setting: a home kitchen during a messy baking project
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ice Cream Soup right for my child?
Yes — Ice Cream Soup is a great fit for Kindergarten. The reading level is AR 0.8, which is typical for Kindergarten. 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 creativity, trial and error, problem-solving.
How long does it take to read Ice Cream Soup?
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, Ice Cream Soup takes around 6m to finish. The book has 280 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Ice Cream Soup have an AR quiz?
Yes — Ice Cream Soup 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 Ice Cream Soup?
Ice Cream Soup has an AR reading level of 0.8, which places it at a Kindergarten 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.