The Big Fat Cow That Goes Kapow
Macmillan 2009
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- humor
- wordplay
- rhyming
- imagination
- absurdity
- animals
- short stories
About this book
This laugh-out-loud collection delivers ten short, rhyming tales packed with goofy characters, zany situations, and tons of wordplay. The quick, highly visual chapters and repeating sounds make it a great confidence-builder for new and reluctant readers. Fans of silly humor will love reading it aloud and sharing the giggles. Perfect for early elementary kids who enjoy fast, funny stories with big personality.
Setting: varied, silly everyday and make-believe scenes in short rhyming vignettes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Big Fat Cow That Goes Kapow right for my child?
Yes — The Big Fat Cow That Goes Kapow is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2, 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 humor, wordplay, rhyming.
How long does it take to read The Big Fat Cow That Goes Kapow?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, The Big Fat Cow That Goes Kapow takes around 13m to finish. The book has 1,600 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Big Fat Cow That Goes Kapow have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Big Fat Cow That Goes Kapow 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 The Big Fat Cow That Goes Kapow?
The Big Fat Cow That Goes Kapow has an AR reading level of 2, 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.