Little Elephant's Blocked Trunk
by Dosh Archer
Albert Whitman & Company 2015
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- responsibility
- problem-solving
- teamwork
- family
- health and safety
- consequences
- kindness
- courage
About this book
Little Elephant has been tidying up—but he’s put his toys in some very odd places! When his trunk gets blocked, Doctor Glenda and Nurse Percy at the animal hospital spring into action to help. With bright art and silly situations, this early reader makes a trip to the doctor feel friendly and fun. Perfect for new readers who enjoy humorous stories about animals and gentle medical adventures.
Setting: an animal hospital emergency room
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Little Elephant's Blocked Trunk right for my child?
Yes — Little Elephant's Blocked Trunk is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.9, which is typical for 1st 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 responsibility, problem-solving, teamwork.
How long does it take to read Little Elephant's Blocked Trunk?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Little Elephant's Blocked Trunk takes around 8m to finish. The book has 600 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Little Elephant's Blocked Trunk have an AR quiz?
Yes — Little Elephant's Blocked Trunk 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 Little Elephant's Blocked Trunk?
Little Elephant's Blocked Trunk has an AR reading level of 1.9, which places it at a 1st 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.