Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg & Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson (2009) Hardcover
by Greg Mortenson, Susan L Roth
Dial 2009
Challenging read for K–3rd grade
Reading level 4.2 (4th grade) is above the ages 5–9 interest range
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Genre
Themes
- community
- kindness and generosity
- education and opportunity
- perseverance
- cross-cultural understanding
- global citizenship
- problem-solving
- hope
About this book
This picture-book version of Three Cups of Tea tells how a mountaineer called Dr. Greg meets the people of a small Pakistani village and works with them to bring a school to their community. Told simply and warmly, the story highlights the power of kindness, teamwork, and education. Susan L. Roth’s textured collage art invites young readers into life in the mountains of Pakistan. Perfect for primary grades, it inspires kids to think about helping others and making a difference.
Setting: Korphe, a remote village in northern Pakistan; contemporary Karakoram Mountains
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg & Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson (2009) Hardcover right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg & Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson (2009) Hardcover. The reading level is AR 4.2, which is typical for 4th 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, kindness and generosity, education and opportunity.
How long does it take to read Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg & Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson (2009) Hardcover?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg & Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson (2009) Hardcover takes around 7m to finish. The book has 1,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg & Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson (2009) Hardcover have an AR quiz?
Yes — Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg & Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson (2009) Hardcover 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 Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg & Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson (2009) Hardcover?
Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg & Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson (2009) Hardcover has an AR reading level of 4.2, which places it at a 4th 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.