Bunnicula strikes again!
by James Howe, Alan Daniel
Topeka Bindery 1999
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- trust vs. suspicion
- loyalty
- mystery and investigation
- fear and courage
- family and pets
- humor and parody
About this book
Harold the dog returns to narrate another veggie-tinged mystery when signs point to Bunnicula, the Monroe family’s suspiciously vampire-like rabbit, striking again. Chester the cat is determined to prove the bunny is up to no good, while Harold tries to keep the household calm and uncover the truth. Packed with wordplay, gentle scares, and pet shenanigans, this sequel delights fans of funny mysteries. Perfect for grades 3–6 who enjoy animal narrators and humor with a spooky twist.
Setting: a suburban family home and neighborhood, present day
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bunnicula strikes again! right for my child?
Yes — Bunnicula strikes again! is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.2, which is typical for 5th 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, trust vs. suspicion, loyalty.
How long does it take to read Bunnicula strikes again!?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Bunnicula strikes again! takes around 2.3h to finish. The book has 23,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Bunnicula strikes again! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Bunnicula strikes again! has an AR quiz available, worth 3 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 Bunnicula strikes again!?
Bunnicula strikes again! has an AR reading level of 5.2, which places it at a 5th 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.