Charlie Bumpers Vs. His Big Blabby Mouth
by Bill Harley
Peachtree Publishing Company 2017
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- honesty
- consequences
- friendship
- family
- school life
- responsibility
- self-control
- integrity
About this book
Charlie wants to impress his classmates during Career Week and lets his mouth run ahead of the truth about his dad’s job. Soon the whole class expects an amazing presentation—and free goodies—and Charlie has to figure out how to make things right. With lots of humor and everyday school mishaps, this story captures the worries and triumphs of fourth grade. It’s a great pick for kids who like funny, relatable stories about friendships, family, and learning from mistakes.
Setting: a contemporary suburban elementary school
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Charlie Bumpers Vs. His Big Blabby Mouth right for my child?
Yes — Charlie Bumpers Vs. His Big Blabby Mouth 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 honesty, consequences, friendship.
How long does it take to read Charlie Bumpers Vs. His Big Blabby Mouth?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Charlie Bumpers Vs. His Big Blabby Mouth takes around 2.7h to finish. The book has 24,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Charlie Bumpers Vs. His Big Blabby Mouth have an AR quiz?
Yes — Charlie Bumpers Vs. His Big Blabby Mouth 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 Charlie Bumpers Vs. His Big Blabby Mouth?
Charlie Bumpers Vs. His Big Blabby Mouth 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.