Annie Pitts, Burger Kid
by
Chronicle Books 2001
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- ambition
- advertising and fame
- self-confidence
- friendship
- family support
- perseverance
- school life
- humor
About this book
Third-grader Annie Pitts loves hamburgers almost as much as she loves a good challenge. When her favorite fast-food place announces a search for a new poster kid, Annie is sure she’s the perfect choice and jumps in with big ideas and bigger enthusiasm. Her quest brings plenty of funny mishaps, school-life situations, and decisions about what matters most. Kids who enjoy humorous, everyday adventures with a spirited main character will eat this up.
Setting: a suburban American town and elementary school, centered around the local Burger Barn; present day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Annie Pitts, Burger Kid right for my child?
Yes — Annie Pitts, Burger Kid is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.5, 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 ambition, advertising and fame, self-confidence.
How long does it take to read Annie Pitts, Burger Kid?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Annie Pitts, Burger Kid takes around 1.6h to finish. The book has 13,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Annie Pitts, Burger Kid have an AR quiz?
Yes — Annie Pitts, Burger Kid has an AR quiz available, worth 2 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 Annie Pitts, Burger Kid?
Annie Pitts, Burger Kid has an AR reading level of 3.5, 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.