Artemis & the Wishing Kitten
A QUIX Book
by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams
Simon and Schuster 2021
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- responsibility
- honesty and fairness
- problem-solving
- pets and animal care
- identity and belonging
- teamwork
- magic and wishes
About this book
Artemis and the Goddess Girls are headed to the Sparkle City Pet Show when a rosy pink kitten appears on the Hello Brick Road—and two boys both insist it’s theirs. With Zeus chiming in and a magical twist or two, the friends try to figure out the kitten’s true home. Readers get a gentle mystery, cute pet antics, and lots of myth-inspired humor. It’s a breezy, confidence-building chapter book for young readers who like friendship stories with a sparkly, magical vibe.
Setting: a whimsical, modernized mythological world—Sparkle City and Mount Olympus environs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Artemis & the Wishing Kitten right for my child?
Yes — Artemis & the Wishing Kitten is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.6, 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 friendship, responsibility, honesty and fairness.
How long does it take to read Artemis & the Wishing Kitten?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Artemis & the Wishing Kitten takes around 56m to finish. The book has 7,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Artemis & the Wishing Kitten have an AR quiz?
Yes — Artemis & the Wishing Kitten has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 Artemis & the Wishing Kitten?
Artemis & the Wishing Kitten has an AR reading level of 3.6, 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.