Uncle Pete the Pirate cover

Uncle Pete the Pirate

Author: Leigh, Susannah

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 3.6
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 972
Points per Word 0.000514
Page Count 32
Points per Page 0.015625

Description

Mary's Uncle Pete is a pirate who lives a swashbuckling life on the high seas. In this illustrated story, Mary joins her uncle on a quest to find his missing pirate treasure. The book features picture puzzles threaded throughout the narrative. It is designed for children in grades K-3 with a reading level of 3.6.

Quick Summary

This picture book mixes a cozy family relationship with a thrilling treasure hunt on the open ocean. Young readers will cheer as Mary deciphers riddles, dodges watery dangers, and discovers that her lovable uncle is both a silly joke-teller and a brave captain. If your kid loves the mix of humor and mystery in "The Magic Finger" or the spunky young heroine in "Nate the Great," they'll be hooked by Mary's daring voyage with Uncle Pete. With short chapters, lively illustrations, and an AR Level of 3.6, this 972-word adventure is perfect for kids ages 5-8 in kindergarten through third grade.