There Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow -library
by Lucille Colandro, Jared D. Lee
Turtleback Books 2016
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- humor
- winter and snow
- prediction and patterns
- cumulative rhyme
- imagination
- cause and effect
About this book
This playful, rhyming picture book follows a very chilly lady who keeps swallowing wintry things—snow, a pipe, some coal, and more! The cumulative, sing-along pattern invites kids to predict what might come next and giggle at the silly combinations. Bright, cartoon-style art and bouncy text make it perfect for read-alouds. Great for emerging readers who enjoy humor and seasonal fun.
Setting: a snowy town in wintertime
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is There Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow -library right for my child?
Yes — There Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow -library is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.2, 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, winter and snow, prediction and patterns.
How long does it take to read There Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow -library?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, There Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow -library takes around 4m to finish. The book has 430 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does There Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow -library have an AR quiz?
Yes — There Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow -library 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 There Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow -library?
There Was A Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow -library has an AR reading level of 2.2, 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.