What Do You Wear?
by Taro Gomi
Chronicle Books 2017
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- getting dressed
- animals
- humor
- imagination
- patterns and textures
- daily routines
- observation
- comparison
About this book
This playful concept book imagines animals’ fur, feathers, and scales as clever outfits, turning getting dressed into a game. With bold, simple art and short, funny lines, it invites giggles while building vocabulary about textures and patterns. The rhythmic, easy text makes it a great read-aloud for toddlers and preschoolers. Perfect for little ones learning about clothes and daily routines.
Setting: bright, minimalist scenes featuring various animals
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is What Do You Wear? right for my child?
Yes — What Do You Wear? is a great fit for Kindergarten. The reading level is AR 0.8, 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 getting dressed, animals, humor.
How long does it take to read What Do You Wear??
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, What Do You Wear? takes around 3m to finish. The book has 150 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does What Do You Wear? have an AR quiz?
Yes — What Do You Wear? 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 Do You Wear??
What Do You Wear? has an AR reading level of 0.8, 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.