We had a picnic this Sunday past
Hyperion Books for Children 2007
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- family
- traditions
- community
- food
- storytelling
- humor
- intergenerational bonds
- celebration
About this book
This lively picture book follows a big family as they gather for a Sunday picnic filled with favorite foods, tall tales, and plenty of laughter. Told with rhythmic, conversational language, it celebrates the fun and warmth that come when relatives come together. Young readers will enjoy the playful voices of different family members and the mouthwatering details of the dishes they bring. Perfect for read-alouds, it captures the joy of family traditions and community.
Setting: a family picnic in a city park, present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is We had a picnic this Sunday past right for my child?
Yes — We had a picnic this Sunday past is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.7, 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 family, traditions, community.
How long does it take to read We had a picnic this Sunday past?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, We had a picnic this Sunday past takes around 6m to finish. The book has 750 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does We had a picnic this Sunday past have an AR quiz?
Yes — We had a picnic this Sunday past 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 We had a picnic this Sunday past?
We had a picnic this Sunday past has an AR reading level of 2.7, 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.