Aliens don't wear braces
by Debbie Dadey, Marcia Thornton Jones
Demco Media 1993
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- curiosity
- imagination vs. reality
- teamwork
- school life
- mystery
- problem-solving
About this book
In this Bailey School Kids adventure, a new art teacher with a mouth full of metal has the kids wondering if she might be an alien in disguise. Strange happenings around the classroom only make their suspicions grow. The friends team up to investigate, following clues and using their imaginations to solve the mystery. Fast-paced chapters, humor, and just-right spookiness make this a fun pick for elementary readers.
Setting: Bailey City Elementary School art room, small-town present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aliens don't wear braces right for my child?
Yes — Aliens don't wear braces is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.6, 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 friendship, curiosity, imagination vs. reality.
How long does it take to read Aliens don't wear braces?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Aliens don't wear braces takes around 58m to finish. The book has 7,800 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Aliens don't wear braces have an AR quiz?
Yes — Aliens don't wear braces 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 Aliens don't wear braces?
Aliens don't wear braces has an AR reading level of 3.6, 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.