To the beach!
by Linda Ashman
Harcourt 2005
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- perseverance
- resourcefulness
- problem-solving
- adventure
- humor
- imagination
- summer fun
- transportation
About this book
A determined child is set on getting to the beach and tries one zany mode of transportation after another. With lively, rhythmic text and bright, comic illustrations, the journey grows sillier and more surprising at every turn. Young readers will delight in the repeating phrases and playful details while predicting what could possibly come next. Perfect for preschoolers and early readers who love vehicles, humor, and summertime fun.
Setting: contemporary settings around the world on the way to the beach
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is To the beach! right for my child?
Yes — To the beach! is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.8, which is typical for 1st 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 perseverance, resourcefulness, problem-solving.
How long does it take to read To the beach!?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, To the beach! takes around 4m to finish. The book has 350 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does To the beach! have an AR quiz?
Yes — To the beach! 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 To the beach!?
To the beach! has an AR reading level of 1.8, which places it at a 1st 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.