The M&M's Count to One Hundred Book
by Barbara Barbieri McGrath
Charlesbridge Publishing 2003
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- counting
- number sense
- patterns
- skip counting
- math confidence
- hands-on learning
- colors and sorting
About this book
This bright, photo-filled picture book helps children practice counting to 100 using colorful M&M’s candies. Kids learn to count by ones, twos, fives, and tens, building early number sense and skip-counting skills in a fun, hands-on way. Simple text and clear groupings make it perfect for kindergarten through second grade learners. It’s an engaging pick for classrooms, the 100th day of school, or at-home math practice.
Setting: photographic spreads using M&M’s as math manipulatives
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The M&M's Count to One Hundred Book right for my child?
Yes — The M&M's Count to One Hundred Book is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.4, 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 counting, number sense, patterns.
How long does it take to read The M&M's Count to One Hundred Book?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, The M&M's Count to One Hundred Book takes around 4m to finish. The book has 500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The M&M's Count to One Hundred Book have an AR quiz?
Yes — The M&M's Count to One Hundred Book 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 M&M's Count to One Hundred Book?
The M&M's Count to One Hundred Book has an AR reading level of 2.4, 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.