What reading level is this book?

It is a Level One I Can Read title, aimed at children learning to sound out words and sentences. The text uses short sentences and simple vocabulary.

Is it a full picture book or an early reader?

It is an early reader in hardcover, sized for children practicing reading on their own. The story is short and the language is kept simple.

What is the story about?

The family waits for the Grizzly Bowl while the cubs play football outside. Brother tries to score the winning touchdown before the big game starts.

The book is by Mike Berenstain, who continues the classic Berenstain Bears series. It is part of that long-running line of books.

Does my child need to know football to enjoy it?

No. The football game is the backdrop, and the reading practice is the point. Kids who like the Bears or the sport will get the most from it.

Is it good for a child who already reads well?

Probably not. Level One text is meant for beginners, so a fluent reader will finish it quickly and may want a higher level.

Where is the The Berenstain Bears Play Football! cheapest?

At Walmart, for $4.79, as of our latest check.

Mike Berenstain

The Berenstain Bears Play Football!

Best price now

$4.79at WalmartChecked Nov 8

Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Walmart

Mike Berenstain

The Berenstain Bears Play Football!

Best price now

$4.79at WalmartChecked Nov 8

Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Walmart

Ask our agent about this product

It checks today's price at every store, compares the alternatives and answers in about a minute.

Price facts

Last seen at $4.79 at Walmart on Nov 8.

Our take on the The Berenstain Bears Play Football!

A Level One I Can Read hardcover in which the Bear family waits for the Grizzly Bowl while the cubs play their own backyard game. Brother's chance at the winning touchdown drives the simple, short-sentence text. It suits children just learning to sound out words, and parents who want a sports-themed book from a series they already trust. As an early reader it is built for decoding practice rather than for reading aloud at length, so it sits alongside leveled readers rather than longer picture books.

Best forChildren ages 3 to 5 learning to readBerenstain Bears fansFootball-loving familiesEarly readers practicing short sentences

Pros

Level One I Can Read text built for sounding out words
Short sentences and simple vocabulary
Familiar Berenstain Bears characters
Football and big-game theme kids recognize
Hardcover binding holds up to repeat reading

Cons

Thin plot aimed at beginner readers
Little challenge for children already reading fluently
Story tied to a single game-day scenario

The Berenstain Bears Play Football! prices at every store

WalmartNew
In stockSold by RAREWAVES-USAReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.
$4.79+ $5.99 shippingChecked Nov 8
Visit Walmart

About the The Berenstain Bears Play Football!

The Berenstain Bears Play Football! is a new addition to the Berenstain Bears series. The family is excited to watch the Grizzly Bowl. While they wait for the big game to start, the cubs huddle outside to play football. The story asks whether Brother will score the winning touchdown in time.

This is a Level One I Can Read book. It is written for children who are learning to sound out words and sentences.

Format: Hardcover
Author: Mike Berenstain
Series: The Berenstain Bears
Reading level: Level One I Can Read
Age group: Ages 3-5

Questions and answers

What reading level is this book?: It is a Level One I Can Read title, aimed at children learning to sound out words and sentences. The text uses short sentences and simple vocabulary.
Is it a full picture book or an early reader?: It is an early reader in hardcover, sized for children practicing reading on their own. The story is short and the language is kept simple.
What is the story about?: The family waits for the Grizzly Bowl while the cubs play football outside. Brother tries to score the winning touchdown before the big game starts.
Who is the author?: The book is by Mike Berenstain, who continues the classic Berenstain Bears series. It is part of that long-running line of books.
Does my child need to know football to enjoy it?: No. The football game is the backdrop, and the reading practice is the point. Kids who like the Bears or the sport will get the most from it.
Is it good for a child who already reads well?: Probably not. Level One text is meant for beginners, so a fluent reader will finish it quickly and may want a higher level.
Where is the The Berenstain Bears Play Football! cheapest?: At Walmart, for $4.79, as of our latest check.