Alex Fitzgerald's cure for nightmares
Little, Brown 2001
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- facing fears
- family support
- imagination
- problem-solving
- self-confidence
- resilience
- friendship
About this book
Second-grader Alex is tired of waking up scared, so he sets out to find a real cure for his nightmares. With humor and heart, he tests advice from family, friends, and his own imagination to take control of those spooky dreams. Short chapters and funny situations make this an inviting read for newly independent readers. Kids enjoy Alex’s relatable worries and the empowering message that you can face fears one small step at a time.
Setting: contemporary suburban neighborhood and home
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alex Fitzgerald's cure for nightmares right for my child?
Yes — Alex Fitzgerald's cure for nightmares is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.4, which is typical for 3rd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include facing fears, family support, imagination.
How long does it take to read Alex Fitzgerald's cure for nightmares?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Alex Fitzgerald's cure for nightmares takes around 53m to finish. The book has 7,200 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Alex Fitzgerald's cure for nightmares have an AR quiz?
Yes — Alex Fitzgerald's cure for nightmares has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Alex Fitzgerald's cure for nightmares?
Alex Fitzgerald's cure for nightmares has an AR reading level of 3.4, which places it at a 3rd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.