What is a princess?
by Jennifer Weinberg
Random House 2004
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- kindness
- courage
- friendship
- helping others
- role models
- self-confidence
About this book
This Disney Princess early reader explores what makes a princess special—kindness, courage, and helping others—using simple sentences and familiar characters. With short text and picture support, it’s designed for emerging readers building confidence and sight-word recognition. Fans of Cinderella, Ariel, Belle, and more will enjoy seeing their favorites while practicing reading skills. A gentle, positive message makes it a good choice for read-alouds and new independent readers.
Setting: various Disney fairy-tale kingdoms
Frequently Asked Questions
Is What is a princess? right for my child?
Yes — What is a princess? is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1, 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, courage, friendship.
How long does it take to read What is a princess??
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, What is a princess? takes around 2m to finish. The book has 180 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does What is a princess? have an AR quiz?
Yes — What is a princess? 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 is a princess??
What is a princess? has an AR reading level of 1, 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.