WOW! It's Night-Time
by Tim Hopgood
Macmillan Children's Books 2017
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- curiosity
- exploration
- nocturnal animals
- counting and numbers
- nature
- observation
- sense of wonder
- bedtime
About this book
A curious little owl explores the nighttime world, spotting the moon, bats, foxes, and more while counting from one to ten. Simple, rhythmic text and bold, friendly art invite preschoolers to notice details in nature and practice early counting skills. It’s a cozy, confidence-building read that works beautifully for bedtime or storytime. Perfect for young listeners who loved WOW! Said the Owl and are ready to discover what happens after dark.
Setting: a moonlit woodland at night
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WOW! It's Night-Time right for my child?
Yes — WOW! It's Night-Time is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.6, 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 curiosity, exploration, nocturnal animals.
How long does it take to read WOW! It's Night-Time?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, WOW! It's Night-Time takes around 4m to finish. The book has 300 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does WOW! It's Night-Time have an AR quiz?
Yes — WOW! It's Night-Time 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 WOW! It's Night-Time?
WOW! It's Night-Time has an AR reading level of 1.6, 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.