Possum's Harvest Moon
by Anne Hunter
Houghton Mifflin 1996
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- community
- celebration
- inclusion
- overcoming shyness
- nature
- autumn
- kindness
About this book
Possum plans a festive harvest moon party and invites all his woodland neighbors, but everyone seems too busy or too shy to come. Under the glow of the moon, music and laughter gently draw the forest friends together. With warm, detailed art and gentle text, this picture book celebrates community and the joy of gathering before winter. Perfect for read-alouds in autumn and for young listeners who enjoy animal stories and nighttime adventures.
Setting: an autumn woodland at night under the harvest moon
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Possum's Harvest Moon right for my child?
Yes — Possum's Harvest Moon is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.9, 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 friendship, community, celebration.
How long does it take to read Possum's Harvest Moon?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Possum's Harvest Moon takes around 6m to finish. The book has 700 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Possum's Harvest Moon have an AR quiz?
Yes — Possum's Harvest Moon 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 Possum's Harvest Moon?
Possum's Harvest Moon has an AR reading level of 2.9, 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.