Stop Taking My Things cover

Stop Taking My Things

Author: Weeks, Jan

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 2.7
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 744
Points per Word 0.000672
Page Count 48
Points per Page 0.010417

Description

High/low series for 7-11 year olds with a reading age of 6 to 7.5. Level 1.

Quick Summary

If you've got a kid who wants to read chapter books but gets intimidated by thick novels, this one's for you. At just 744 words, "Stop Taking My Things" gives readers a quick, funny story about dealing with someone who keeps taking their stuff whether that's a sibling, a classmate, or whoever the culprit turns out to be. The short length and simple sentence structure make it perfect for kids in grades 4-8 who are reading below grade level or just need a confidence boost, and honestly, any kid who's ever felt frustrated when their things go missing will get a kick out of it. It wraps up with a satisfying ending that leaves readers smiling, making it a great choice for reluctant readers or book reports. If your kid liked "My Weird School" by Dan Gutman, they'll probably enjoy this one too since it has that same silly, fast-paced energy.