Roses are pink, your feet really stink
by Diane De Groat
Morrow Junior Books 1995
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- kindness
- empathy
- apologies and forgiveness
- consequences
- school life
- feelings and emotions
- holidays (Valentine’s Day)
About this book
Gilbert the opossum is getting ready for his class Valentine’s Day celebration, but not everything about the holiday feels sweet. When feelings get hurt and tempers flare, Gilbert learns how words can affect others. With gentle humor and a school setting kids recognize, this story encourages kindness and taking responsibility. Perfect for early elementary readers and read-alouds around Valentine’s Day.
Setting: elementary school classroom around Valentine’s Day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Roses are pink, your feet really stink right for my child?
Yes — Roses are pink, your feet really stink is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.8, 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, kindness, empathy.
How long does it take to read Roses are pink, your feet really stink?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Roses are pink, your feet really stink takes around 10m to finish. The book has 1,200 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Roses are pink, your feet really stink have an AR quiz?
Yes — Roses are pink, your feet really stink 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 Roses are pink, your feet really stink?
Roses are pink, your feet really stink has an AR reading level of 2.8, 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.