Amelia Bedelia, bookworm
Scholastic 2003
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- wordplay
- libraries and reading
- misunderstandings
- community
- helping others
- humor
About this book
Amelia Bedelia heads to the library, where her literal way with words turns a quiet place into a laugh-out-loud adventure. From “checking out” books to helping with library tasks, she misunderstands phrases in the funniest ways. Emerging readers will enjoy the short chapters, lively illustrations, and playful wordplay. It’s a great pick for kids who love silly humor and stories about books and reading.
Setting: a small-town public library
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Amelia Bedelia, bookworm right for my child?
Yes — Amelia Bedelia, bookworm is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.2, 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 wordplay, libraries and reading, misunderstandings.
How long does it take to read Amelia Bedelia, bookworm?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Amelia Bedelia, bookworm takes around 9m to finish. The book has 1,100 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Amelia Bedelia, bookworm have an AR quiz?
Yes — Amelia Bedelia, bookworm 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 Amelia Bedelia, bookworm?
Amelia Bedelia, bookworm has an AR reading level of 2.2, 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.