Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level
3.3
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
582
Points per Word
0.000859
Page Count
24
Points per Page
0.020833
Series
Manners (QEB)
Description
Exasperated by his careless behavior, Brian Boddington's long-suffering family decides to teach him some manners.
Quick Summary
In "Be Nice" by Kate Tym, Brian Boddington is a careless boy whose exasperated family decides to teach him some manners after growing tired of his thoughtless behavior. The book covers themes of family dynamics, learning proper behavior, and the consequences of thoughtless actions. If your kid likes "The Berenstain Bears and the Trouble with Friends" or other beginning reader books about manners, they'll find this relatable story just as helpful. With an AR Level of 3.3, 582 words, and an interest level for LG K-3, this is perfect for kids in kindergarten through third grade who are working on reading independently.