The Alarm Clock
by
Atheneum Books 1985
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- Friendship
- Responsibility
- Curiosity and consequences
- Perseverance
- Teamwork
- Time and routines
About this book
Fat Percy the pig, Johnny Mouse, and Charlie Rooster are determined to stay up until midnight. To make sure they still wake up on time, they secretly borrow the farmer’s alarm clock—setting off a humorous chain of events on the farm from night to morning.
Setting: A farmyard in the countryside, from nighttime to early morning
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Alarm Clock right for my child?
Yes — The Alarm Clock is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.4, 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 Friendship, Responsibility, Curiosity and consequences.
How long does it take to read The Alarm Clock?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, The Alarm Clock takes around 5m to finish. The book has 560 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Alarm Clock have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Alarm Clock 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 The Alarm Clock?
The Alarm Clock has an AR reading level of 2.4, 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.