Move!
by Robin Page, Steve Jenkins
Houghton Mifflin 2009
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- animal behavior
- movement and motion
- adaptation
- habitats
- observation
- curiosity
- nature and science
- compare and contrast
About this book
This lively picture book shows how different animals get around—swinging, walking, leaping, and gliding—through bold cut-paper collages and simple, rhythmic text. Each spread highlights a new creature and motion, making it fun for kids to guess, compare, and try the moves themselves. It’s an engaging read-aloud for animal-loving preschoolers and early readers, with just-right vocabulary for beginning independent reading. Families and teachers love how it sparks curiosity about animal behavior and movement.
Setting: varied animal habitats around the world
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Move! right for my child?
Yes — Move! is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 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 animal behavior, movement and motion, adaptation.
How long does it take to read Move!?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Move! takes around 3m to finish. The book has 350 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Move! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Move! 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 Move!?
Move! has an AR reading level of 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.