Whose Ears?
by Sue Tarsky
Albert Whitman & Company 2019
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- animal identification
- observation
- guessing game
- early literacy
- body parts
- curiosity
- parent-child interaction
- visual discrimination
About this book
This playful concept book invites little readers to guess which animal is hiding just by looking at a close-up of its ears. Simple, rhythmic text pairs with bold, friendly illustrations to build early vocabulary and observation skills. Perfect for babies and toddlers, it turns reading time into a fun guessing game families can share together. A great pick for introducing animal features and body parts in an engaging, interactive way.
Setting: Various animals presented in a bright, playful concept-book format
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Whose Ears? right for my child?
Yes — Whose Ears? 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 animal identification, observation, guessing game.
How long does it take to read Whose Ears??
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, Whose Ears? takes around 3m to finish. The book has 120 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Whose Ears? have an AR quiz?
Yes — Whose Ears? 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 Whose Ears??
Whose Ears? 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.