Clarice Bean, guess who's babysitting?
by Lauren Child
Candlewick 2010
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- family life
- humor
- responsibility
- sibling dynamics
- independence
- mischief
- rules and boundaries
About this book
Clarice Bean’s parents are going out, which can only mean one thing: a babysitter—and not just any babysitter. With Clarice’s lively voice and Lauren Child’s playful art, the evening turns into a humorous look at rules, responsibility, and what happens when grown-ups aren’t around. This picture book is great for early elementary readers who enjoy spirited narrators and family misadventures. Kids love the witty asides, expressive typography, and the relatable chaos of siblings at home.
Setting: contemporary family home in the city, present day
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clarice Bean, guess who's babysitting? right for my child?
Yes — Clarice Bean, guess who's babysitting? is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.3, 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 family life, humor, responsibility.
How long does it take to read Clarice Bean, guess who's babysitting??
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Clarice Bean, guess who's babysitting? takes around 9m to finish. The book has 1,200 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Clarice Bean, guess who's babysitting? have an AR quiz?
Yes — Clarice Bean, guess who's babysitting? has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 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 Clarice Bean, guess who's babysitting??
Clarice Bean, guess who's babysitting? has an AR reading level of 3.3, 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.