Too Many Balloons
by Catherine Matthias
Perfection Learning Prebound 1997
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- counting and numbers
- days of the week
- sharing and generosity
- animals
- colors
- cause and effect
About this book
A young narrator buys bright balloons throughout the week and shares them on a trip to the zoo, building numbers, colors, and days-of-the-week concepts along the way. Simple, repetitive sentences and cheerful situations make it perfect for brand-new readers gaining confidence. Kids enjoy the predictable pattern, playful animal moments, and the fun of counting more and more balloons. It’s a gentle, upbeat read-aloud for preschool and early elementary families.
Setting: a town and the zoo, present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Too Many Balloons right for my child?
Yes — Too Many Balloons is a great fit for Kindergarten. The reading level is AR 0.7, 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 counting and numbers, days of the week, sharing and generosity.
How long does it take to read Too Many Balloons?
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, Too Many Balloons takes around 3m to finish. The book has 150 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Too Many Balloons have an AR quiz?
Yes — Too Many Balloons 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 Too Many Balloons?
Too Many Balloons has an AR reading level of 0.7, 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.