What reading level is Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read)?

Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read) by Mary Labatt is at a Level 2 reading level. Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read) appropriate for?

Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read) is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 7C (Clear).

What genre is Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read)?

Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read) is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read) have any content warnings?

Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read) has a HootRating of 7C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read)?

Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read) by Mary Labatt is 32 pages.

Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read)

Mary Labatt

Sam Goes to School (Kids Can Read)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary Labatt

Illustrated by Marisol Sarrazin

Reading Level 2 7C Ages 5-8 Matched

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The bell rings loudly, echoing through the busy school halls. Puppy Sam's paws tap quickly on the shiny floor as he explores every corner, sniffing new smells and making friends along the way. But when his playful energy turns into a little trouble, will Sam find his way to calm and kindness?

Themes

Readers - BeginnerNew ExperienceJuvenile FictionFriendship Family

Quick Assessment

This beginner-level reader follows Puppy Sam's first day at school, capturing the excitement and challenges of a new experience for young children. With simple text and engaging illustrations, it supports early reading skills while gently addressing themes of behavior and social adjustment. Appropriate for ages 5-8, it provides a light, relatable story without intense content.