What does a police officer do?
by Felicia Lowenstein, Felicia Lowenstein Niven
Enslow Elementary 2005
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- community helpers
- civic responsibility
- safety
- teamwork
- problem-solving
- respect for rules
- service
About this book
This early nonfiction book introduces young readers to the everyday work of police officers. With simple text and clear photos, it explains how officers keep communities safe, respond to emergencies, and use tools like patrol cars and radios. It’s designed for early elementary students building reading confidence and curiosity about community helpers. Kids enjoy the real-life examples and easy-to-understand explanations that connect to what they see in their own neighborhoods.
Setting: modern-day communities—police station, patrol cars, and neighborhood streets
Frequently Asked Questions
Is What does a police officer do? right for my child?
Yes — What does a police officer do? is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.6, 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 community helpers, civic responsibility, safety.
How long does it take to read What does a police officer do??
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, What does a police officer do? takes around 5m to finish. The book has 650 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does What does a police officer do? have an AR quiz?
Yes — What does a police officer do? 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 does a police officer do??
What does a police officer do? has an AR reading level of 2.6, 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.