Bub, Snow, and the Burly Bear Scare
by Carol Wallace, Bill Wallace
Simon and Schuster 2014
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- courage
- survival
- teamwork
- trust
- family
- respect for nature
- perseverance
About this book
Told by Bub, a young moose with plenty of heart, this animal adventure follows his new life near a mountain farm where he makes friends—both human and animal—and reunites with his old pal Snow the wolf. Life seems safe and cozy until a grumpy grizzly named Burly shakes things up, and Bub has to use courage and common sense to protect his friends. With gentle humor, outdoor action, and a strong sense of loyalty, this story is perfect for animal lovers. Great for readers who enjoy fast-paced but accessible chapters in the upper elementary and middle grades.
Setting: a mountain farm and surrounding wilderness in the American West
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bub, Snow, and the Burly Bear Scare right for my child?
Yes — Bub, Snow, and the Burly Bear Scare is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.2, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include friendship, courage, survival.
How long does it take to read Bub, Snow, and the Burly Bear Scare?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Bub, Snow, and the Burly Bear Scare takes around 1.8h to finish. The book has 16,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Bub, Snow, and the Burly Bear Scare have an AR quiz?
Yes — Bub, Snow, and the Burly Bear Scare 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 Bub, Snow, and the Burly Bear Scare?
Bub, Snow, and the Burly Bear Scare has an AR reading level of 4.2, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — 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.