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Amanda Pig and the wiggly tooth

by Jean Van Leeuwen

Dial Books for Young Readers 2008

Great fit for 2nd grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

2nd grade English
39
Pages
0.5
AR Points
8m
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Realistic Fiction

Themes

  • growing up
  • family
  • patience
  • sibling relationships
  • school life
  • self-confidence

About this book

Amanda Pig has her very first loose tooth, and she can’t wait for it to fall out—especially if it means a visit from the Tooth Fairy. With gentle humor and short, easy chapters, the story captures the excitement and worries that come with growing up. Beginning readers will recognize everyday family moments, school-day chatter, and big-sister/little-brother dynamics. It’s a warm, confidence-building read for kids starting to lose teeth and to read on their own.

Setting: Amanda’s home and primary classroom in a friendly suburban neighborhood, present day

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amanda Pig and the wiggly tooth right for my child?

Yes — Amanda Pig and the wiggly tooth is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.3, 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 growing up, family, patience.

How long does it take to read Amanda Pig and the wiggly tooth?

At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Amanda Pig and the wiggly tooth takes around 8m to finish. The book has 900 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does Amanda Pig and the wiggly tooth have an AR quiz?

Yes — Amanda Pig and the wiggly tooth 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 the wiggly tooth?

Amanda Pig and the wiggly tooth has an AR reading level of 2.3, 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.