The Terrible EEK cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 3.9
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 867
Points per Word 0.000577
Page Count 32
Points per Page 0.015625

Description

"The Terrible EEK" is about a father who mistakes a wolf for a terrible leak. His fear of the leak leads him on a galloping chase that ultimately saves him from both a thief and the wolf. The book features bold full-color illustrations and is written for children at a third-grade reading level.

Quick Summary

This book turns a simple fear of a household leak into an unexpectedly thrilling adventure with a clever twist that will make kids giggle. Young readers will laugh out loud at the dad's silly misunderstanding and cheer when his unusual fear unexpectedly saves the day from real danger. If your kid loves the playful wordplay and surprises in "The Monster at the End of This Book," they'll be delighted by this funny tale. Perfect for kindergarten through third graders, especially ages 5 to 8, this short read at just 867 words makes an ideal bedtime story or early reader choice.