Amanda Pig and her best friend Lollipop
Scholastic 2004
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- sharing
- apologizing and forgiveness
- problem-solving
- empathy
- family
- school life
About this book
Amanda Pig loves spending time with her best friend, Lollipop—but even best friends don’t always agree. In a series of short, funny chapters, the two learn how to share, say sorry, and make up after small misunderstandings. Simple sentences, warm humor, and familiar situations make this a comfortable choice for new readers. Kids enjoy the gentle stories about friendship and the charming pig characters.
Setting: Amanda Pig’s home, neighborhood, and classroom in a gentle suburban setting
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Amanda Pig and her best friend Lollipop right for my child?
Yes — Amanda Pig and her best friend Lollipop is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.6, which is typical for 2nd 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, sharing, apologizing and forgiveness.
How long does it take to read Amanda Pig and her best friend Lollipop?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Amanda Pig and her best friend Lollipop takes around 12m to finish. The book has 1,400 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Amanda Pig and her best friend Lollipop have an AR quiz?
Yes — Amanda Pig and her best friend Lollipop has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. 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 Amanda Pig and her best friend Lollipop?
Amanda Pig and her best friend Lollipop has an AR reading level of 2.6, which places it at a 2nd 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.