Welcome to Who-Ville (Illumination's the Grinch)
by Mary Tillworth, Random House UK Staff
Random House Books for Young Readers 2018
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- kindness
- community
- generosity
- belonging
- friendship
- holiday spirit
- empathy
- acceptance
About this book
This Step 2 Step into Reading title introduces kids to the cheerful town of Who-ville from the 2018 Grinch movie. With short sentences, familiar sight words, and bright movie art, it’s designed for emerging readers in kindergarten through grade 2. Children enjoy meeting the Whos, spotting fun details from the film, and exploring the warm spirit of the season. A gentle message about kindness and community makes it a cozy holiday read.
Setting: the whimsical town of Who-ville during Christmastime
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Welcome to Who-Ville (Illumination's the Grinch) right for my child?
Yes — Welcome to Who-Ville (Illumination's the Grinch) 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 kindness, community, generosity.
How long does it take to read Welcome to Who-Ville (Illumination's the Grinch)?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Welcome to Who-Ville (Illumination's the Grinch) takes around 7m to finish. The book has 520 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Welcome to Who-Ville (Illumination's the Grinch) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Welcome to Who-Ville (Illumination's the Grinch) 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 Welcome to Who-Ville (Illumination's the Grinch)?
Welcome to Who-Ville (Illumination's the Grinch) 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.