Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day
Harper Collins 1998
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- emotions
- self-expression
- empathy
- self-regulation
- friendship
- family
- acceptance
- identity
About this book
In lively, rhyming verse, a young girl shares how her feelings change from silly to sad to excited and more throughout an ordinary day. Laura Cornell’s playful illustrations amplify each mood with humor and warmth, making big emotions easy for kids to recognize. This upbeat picture book reassures children that all feelings are normal and temporary, and it offers a fun springboard for talking about emotions at home or school. Perfect for read-alouds with preschoolers and early elementary readers.
Setting: contemporary home, school, and neighborhood
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day right for my child?
Yes — Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day 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 emotions, self-expression, empathy.
How long does it take to read Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day takes around 7m to finish. The book has 830 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day have an AR quiz?
Yes — Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day 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 Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day?
Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day 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.