Let's visit the police station
by Marianne Johnston
PowerKids Press 1999
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- community helpers
- safety
- responsibility
- teamwork
- citizenship
- rules and laws
About this book
This photo-filled nonfiction book takes young readers on a friendly tour of a police station. Kids learn what police officers do, the tools they use, and how they help keep communities safe. Clear, simple text and labeled images make it perfect for early elementary students and community helpers units. It reassures curious readers and answers common questions without being scary.
Setting: a modern-day police station in the community
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Let's visit the police station right for my child?
Yes — Let's visit the police station is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.2, which is typical for 3rd 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, safety, responsibility.
How long does it take to read Let's visit the police station?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Let's visit the police station takes around 6m to finish. The book has 800 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Let's visit the police station have an AR quiz?
Yes — Let's visit the police station 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 Let's visit the police station?
Let's visit the police station has an AR reading level of 3.2, which places it at a 3rd 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.