What Am I? Where Am I?
by Ted Lewin
National Geographic Books 2014
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- animals
- habitats and biomes
- observation
- curiosity
- nature appreciation
- geography
- identity
- early reading
About this book
This early reader invites children to guess an animal and its habitat with just a few carefully chosen words and sweeping, realistic paintings by Caldecott Honor artist Ted Lewin. Each spread highlights a creature from one of the five major biomes—grassland, desert, forest, tundra, and water—building observation skills and vocabulary. The simple, rhythmic text (Guided Reading Level C) makes it perfect for beginning readers and read‑alouds alike. Kids love the elegant art, the guessing‑game format, and learning where different animals live around the world.
Setting: five major biomes around the world (grassland, desert, forest, tundra, and water)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is What Am I? Where Am I? right for my child?
Yes — What Am I? Where Am I? 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 animals, habitats and biomes, observation.
How long does it take to read What Am I? Where Am I??
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, What Am I? Where Am I? takes around 3m to finish. The book has 120 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does What Am I? Where Am I? have an AR quiz?
Yes — What Am I? Where Am I? 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 What Am I? Where Am I??
What Am I? Where Am I? 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.