Lola Plants a Garden
by Anna McQuinn
Charlesbridge Publishing 2014
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- patience
- family and togetherness
- nature and seasons
- curiosity and learning
- responsibility
- community and friendship
About this book
Lola is inspired by a book of garden poems and decides to grow her own flower garden. With help from the library and her mom, she chooses seeds, plans the rows, and learns to be patient as she waits for sprouts to appear. Bright, cheerful scenes show the joy of planting, caring, and celebrating with friends when the flowers finally bloom. Perfect for young readers who love nature, helping at home, and stories about reading and doing.
Setting: a city home and small backyard garden, present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lola Plants a Garden right for my child?
Yes — Lola Plants a Garden is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.2, 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 patience, family and togetherness, nature and seasons.
How long does it take to read Lola Plants a Garden?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Lola Plants a Garden takes around 4m to finish. The book has 460 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Lola Plants a Garden have an AR quiz?
Yes — Lola Plants a Garden 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 Lola Plants a Garden?
Lola Plants a Garden has an AR reading level of 2.2, 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.