Like a Windy Day
by Frank Asch, Devin Asch
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company 2008
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- nature
- imagination
- weather
- playfulness
- movement
- personification
- seasons
About this book
A young girl imagines what it would be like to be the wind—whirling leaves, lifting kites, and racing across land and sea. Simple, lyrical text and bold illustrations invite children to move, giggle, and notice the world on a breezy day. It’s a joyful celebration of nature and imagination that’s perfect for reading aloud. Ideal for preschool and early elementary readers who love weather, motion, and playful language.
Setting: outdoors across various landscapes on a windy day
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Like a Windy Day right for my child?
Yes — Like a Windy Day 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 nature, imagination, weather.
How long does it take to read Like a Windy Day?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Like a Windy Day takes around 3m to finish. The book has 340 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Like a Windy Day have an AR quiz?
Yes — Like a Windy Day 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 Like a Windy Day?
Like a Windy Day 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.