Merry Christmas, Merry Crow
by Kathi Appelt
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2005
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- generosity and giving
- community
- creativity and resourcefulness
- recycling and upcycling
- holiday spirit
- nature and animals
- observation and collecting
About this book
A busy crow swoops through town collecting shiny, discarded treasures as the holidays draw near. With rhythmic, read‑aloud text and warm winter scenes, the story builds toward a festive surprise that celebrates creativity and community. Young readers will enjoy spotting the crow’s finds on each page and predicting what they’ll become. A cozy holiday pick for preschool through early elementary listeners.
Setting: a small town during Christmastime
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Merry Christmas, Merry Crow right for my child?
Yes — Merry Christmas, Merry Crow is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.7, 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 generosity and giving, community, creativity and resourcefulness.
How long does it take to read Merry Christmas, Merry Crow?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Merry Christmas, Merry Crow takes around 3m to finish. The book has 350 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Merry Christmas, Merry Crow have an AR quiz?
Yes — Merry Christmas, Merry Crow 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 Merry Christmas, Merry Crow?
Merry Christmas, Merry Crow has an AR reading level of 2.7, 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.