These Are My Pets
by Mercer Mayer
Random House Books for Young Readers 2019
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- pets and responsibility
- caring and empathy
- family life
- curiosity
- observation
- humor
About this book
Little Critter proudly introduces his fish, frog, cat, and dog while showing what makes each pet special. With simple sentences and familiar words, this Step 2 reader is just right for children building confidence in reading. Young animal lovers will enjoy the gentle humor and cozy home scenes. It’s a warm introduction to caring for pets and noticing details in everyday life.
Setting: Little Critter’s home and neighborhood
Frequently Asked Questions
Is These Are My Pets right for my child?
Yes — These Are My Pets is a great fit for Kindergarten. The reading level is AR 0.8, which is typical for Kindergarten. 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 pets and responsibility, caring and empathy, family life.
How long does it take to read These Are My Pets?
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, These Are My Pets takes around 5m to finish. The book has 225 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does These Are My Pets have an AR quiz?
Yes — These Are My Pets 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 These Are My Pets?
These Are My Pets has an AR reading level of 0.8, which places it at a Kindergarten 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.