Say hello!
G.P. Putnam's Sons 2010
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- community
- diversity
- language and communication
- kindness
- inclusion
- multiculturalism
About this book
Carmelita and her dog, Manny, stroll through their neighborhood and greet friends and shopkeepers in many different languages. Young readers hear cheerful hellos from around the world while seeing a welcoming, diverse community. The simple, repetitive text makes this a fun read-aloud and an inviting choice for early readers. Families appreciate how it introduces multicultural awareness and celebrates kindness and connection.
Setting: a contemporary, diverse urban neighborhood
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Say hello! right for my child?
Yes — Say hello! is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.1, which is typical for 1st 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 community, diversity, language and communication.
How long does it take to read Say hello!?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Say hello! takes around 3m to finish. The book has 250 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Say hello! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Say hello! 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 Say hello!?
Say hello! has an AR reading level of 1.1, which places it at a 1st 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.