Ready, set, hop!
Scholastic inc. 1997
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- sportsmanship
- perseverance
- problem-solving
- math and measurement
- confidence
About this book
Two friendly frogs gear up for a hopping contest and discover that every hop counts! As they practice and race, the story weaves in simple measuring and adding, showing how small jumps add up to big distances. With bright, playful art and a bouncy pace, this MathStart favorite makes early math feel like a game. Perfect for young readers who enjoy animal characters, friendly competition, and hands-on math in everyday situations.
Setting: a pond and nearby park, present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ready, set, hop! right for my child?
Yes — Ready, set, hop! is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.6, 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, sportsmanship, perseverance.
How long does it take to read Ready, set, hop!?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Ready, set, hop! takes around 7m to finish. The book has 800 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Ready, set, hop! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Ready, set, hop! 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 Ready, set, hop!?
Ready, set, hop! has an AR reading level of 2.6, 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.