Cookies & Milk
by Shawn Amos
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers 2022
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- family
- entrepreneurship
- friendship
- perseverance
- identity
- music
- community
- African American culture
About this book
Twelve-year-old Ellis thinks his summer is ruined when his dad drags him into launching a brand-new idea: a chocolate chip cookie shop on Sunset Boulevard in 1970s Los Angeles. Between perfecting recipes, fixing up a funky storefront, and navigating new friendships, Ellis discovers music, community, and his own voice. Inspired by the author’s real-life roots, this warm, funny story celebrates family, entrepreneurship, and following a dream. Perfect for middle grade readers who enjoy heartfelt, food-filled adventures with lots of humor.
Setting: Los Angeles (Hollywood’s Sunset Boulevard), mid-1970s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cookies & Milk right for my child?
Yes — Cookies & Milk is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.7, 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 family, entrepreneurship, friendship.
How long does it take to read Cookies & Milk?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Cookies & Milk takes around 7.1h to finish. The book has 64,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Cookies & Milk have an AR quiz?
Yes — Cookies & Milk has an AR quiz available, worth 9 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 Cookies & Milk?
Cookies & Milk has an AR reading level of 4.7, 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.