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What will the weather be?

by Lynda DeWitt

HarperCollins 2002

★★★★★

Great fit for 3rd grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

3rd grade English
32
Pages
0.5
AR Points
7m
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Nonfiction

Themes

  • weather forecasting
  • scientific observation
  • cause and effect
  • tools and technology
  • nature and the environment
  • curiosity and inquiry
  • seasons and climate

About this book

This Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science book explains how meteorologists predict weather by observing clouds, temperature, air pressure, wind, and using tools like satellites and radar. Clear, friendly illustrations and simple text connect what kids see outside to the forecasts they hear each day. Perfect for early elementary readers, it builds science vocabulary and encourages careful observation. A great pick for weather units at home or in the classroom.

Setting: everyday places observing weather and sky; Earth’s atmosphere

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is What will the weather be? right for my child?

Yes — What will the weather be? is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.2, which is typical for 3rd 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 weather forecasting, scientific observation, cause and effect.

How long does it take to read What will the weather be??

At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, What will the weather be? takes around 7m to finish. The book has 900 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does What will the weather be? have an AR quiz?

Yes — What will the weather be? 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 will the weather be??

What will the weather be? has an AR reading level of 3.2, which places it at a 3rd 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.