Moses goes to school
by Isaac Millman
Frances Foster Books/Farrar, Straus and Giroux 2000
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- inclusion
- friendship
- communication
- deaf culture
- school life
- confidence
- empathy
About this book
Moses is a deaf student who heads back to school, where he and his classmates learn, play, and communicate using American Sign Language. Through a warm, realistic day-in-the-life, readers see how teachers and friends work together and how Moses navigates his world with confidence. Simple text and clear illustrations include signs that invite children to try ASL themselves. It’s a welcoming look at school life and inclusion for young readers and families.
Setting: a contemporary school for the deaf in an urban community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Moses goes to school right for my child?
Yes — Moses goes to school 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 inclusion, friendship, communication.
How long does it take to read Moses goes to school?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Moses goes to school takes around 7m to finish. The book has 800 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Moses goes to school have an AR quiz?
Yes — Moses goes to school 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 Moses goes to school?
Moses goes to school 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.