Calendar Mysteries #9: September Sneakers
by Ron Roy
Random House Books for Young Readers 2013
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
- teamwork
- problem-solving
- community
- perseverance
- pets and animal care
- honesty
About this book
Bradley, Brian, Nate, and Lucy are ready to return the class hamster after summer break—until Goldi disappears and a mysterious green-and-orange sneaker keychain is found in her cage. Soon, matching sneakers start popping up all over Green Lawn, and other things go missing, too. The kids follow clues, question suspects, and use teamwork to crack the case. A gentle, funny mystery perfect for new chapter-book readers and fans of A to Z Mysteries.
Setting: the small town of Green Lawn during the first week of school in early fall
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calendar Mysteries #9: September Sneakers right for my child?
Yes — Calendar Mysteries #9: September Sneakers is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.1, 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, teamwork.
How long does it take to read Calendar Mysteries #9: September Sneakers?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Calendar Mysteries #9: September Sneakers takes around 59m to finish. The book has 8,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Calendar Mysteries #9: September Sneakers have an AR quiz?
Yes — Calendar Mysteries #9: September Sneakers 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 Calendar Mysteries #9: September Sneakers?
Calendar Mysteries #9: September Sneakers has an AR reading level of 3.1, 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.