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Snow Day

by Corinne Demas Bliss

Random House 1999

Great fit for 1st grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

1st grade English
0.5
AR Points
4m
Read time
AR Quiz Available
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Genre

Realistic Fiction

Themes

  • winter fun
  • family
  • friendship
  • community
  • weather
  • imagination

About this book

A simple, joyful story celebrates the magic of a surprise snow day. Short, rhythmic sentences follow a child bundling up, heading outside, and making the most of fresh snow with play and warm treats after. It’s perfect for emerging readers, with easy vocabulary and cozy winter scenes that invite read-alouds. Kids love the excitement, familiar routines, and the wish-come-true feeling of a day off from school.

Setting: a neighborhood during a snowy winter day

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Snow Day right for my child?

Yes — Snow Day is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.3, 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 winter fun, family, friendship.

How long does it take to read Snow Day?

At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Snow Day takes around 4m to finish. The book has 280 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does Snow Day have an AR quiz?

Yes — Snow Day 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 Snow Day?

Snow Day has an AR reading level of 1.3, 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.