Andy Shane and the very bossy Dolores Starbuckle
by Jennifer Jacobson, Abby Carter
Candlewick Press 2016
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- standing up for yourself
- empathy
- school life
- cooperation
- conflict resolution
- self-confidence
About this book
Quiet, thoughtful Andy Shane would rather stay out of the spotlight, but his classmate Dolores Starbuckle has a plan for everything—and she’s not shy about telling everyone what to do. When Dolores’s bossiness starts to bother Andy, he has to figure out how to speak up without causing a scene. With short chapters, lively illustrations, and plenty of school-day humor, this early chapter book helps young readers see both sides of a classroom conflict. Kids enjoy the relatable situations, gentle comedy, and the satisfying path toward cooperation and friendship.
Setting: contemporary elementary school and small-town neighborhood
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Andy Shane and the very bossy Dolores Starbuckle right for my child?
Yes — Andy Shane and the very bossy Dolores Starbuckle is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.7, 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, standing up for yourself, empathy.
How long does it take to read Andy Shane and the very bossy Dolores Starbuckle?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Andy Shane and the very bossy Dolores Starbuckle takes around 23m to finish. The book has 2,800 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Andy Shane and the very bossy Dolores Starbuckle have an AR quiz?
Yes — Andy Shane and the very bossy Dolores Starbuckle 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 Andy Shane and the very bossy Dolores Starbuckle?
Andy Shane and the very bossy Dolores Starbuckle has an AR reading level of 2.7, 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.