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Mallards

by Margaret Hall

Pebble Books 2003

Great fit for 1st grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

1st grade English
24
Pages
0.5
AR Points
3m
Read time
AR Quiz Available
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Genre

Nonfiction

Themes

  • animals
  • habitats
  • life cycles
  • migration
  • adaptation
  • parent and young
  • nature study

About this book

This simple nonfiction book introduces young readers to mallard ducks with clear text and crisp photos. Children learn what mallards look like, where they live, what they eat, and how they care for their ducklings. The supportive text features and picture clues make it a friendly first read for animal lovers and early researchers. Perfect for read-alouds and beginning readers building confidence.

Setting: ponds, lakes, and wetlands in North America

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mallards right for my child?

Yes — Mallards is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.1, 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 animals, habitats, life cycles.

How long does it take to read Mallards?

At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Mallards takes around 3m to finish. The book has 200 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does Mallards have an AR quiz?

Yes — Mallards 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 Mallards?

Mallards has an AR reading level of 1.1, 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.