Clifford Goes To Dog School
Scholastic 2002
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- responsibility
- patience
- perseverance
- pet care
- being yourself
- humor
About this book
Emily Elizabeth takes her lovable Big Red Dog to obedience school to help him learn some manners. Clifford tries his best, but his giant size makes even simple lessons hilariously challenging. With gentle humor and warm illustrations, this story shows that learning takes patience and that being yourself is something to celebrate. Perfect for beginning readers who enjoy dogs, school stories, and silly mishaps.
Setting: a contemporary town and a dog obedience school
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clifford Goes To Dog School right for my child?
Yes — Clifford Goes To Dog School is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.3, which is typical for 2nd 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 responsibility, patience, perseverance.
How long does it take to read Clifford Goes To Dog School?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Clifford Goes To Dog School takes around 4m to finish. The book has 530 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Clifford Goes To Dog School have an AR quiz?
Yes — Clifford Goes To Dog School 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 Clifford Goes To Dog School?
Clifford Goes To Dog School has an AR reading level of 2.3, which places it at a 2nd 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.