That's good! That's bad!
Tandem Library 1992
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- cause and effect
- adventure
- resilience
- perspective
- problem-solving
- humor
- luck vs. misfortune
About this book
A simple trip to the zoo turns into a wild chain of good-luck/bad-luck moments as a boy is whisked off on an unexpected adventure. With a repeating, call-and-response rhythm of 'That's good!' 'No, that's bad!', kids quickly join in and anticipate the next twist. Bold, silly illustrations and surprising turns keep emergent readers engaged. Perfect for read-alouds, it reinforces cause-and-effect while delivering big laughs.
Setting: a zoo and a wild jungle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is That's good! That's bad! right for my child?
Yes — That's good! That's bad! is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.5, 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 cause and effect, adventure, resilience.
How long does it take to read That's good! That's bad!?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, That's good! That's bad! takes around 8m to finish. The book has 900 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does That's good! That's bad! have an AR quiz?
Yes — That's good! That's bad! 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 That's good! That's bad!?
That's good! That's bad! has an AR reading level of 2.5, 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.