David goes to school
by David Shannon, Teresa Mlawer
Wei jing guo ji gu fen you xian gong si 2018
Great fit for Kindergarten
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- school rules
- behavior and consequences
- respect
- self-control
- responsibility
- humor
- teacher–student relationships
- second chances
About this book
David is off to school, where his boundless energy and silly choices run into classroom rules. With bold, expressive art and very simple text, the book captures the everyday challenges of learning to listen, take turns, and be respectful. Young readers love the humor and the familiar school situations, while adults appreciate the gentle way it models expectations. It’s a lively pick for beginning readers and read-alouds about starting school.
Setting: an elementary school classroom
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is David goes to school right for my child?
Yes — David goes to school is a great fit for Kindergarten. The reading level is AR 0.9, which is typical for Kindergarten. 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 school rules, behavior and consequences, respect.
How long does it take to read David goes to school?
At a typical Kindergarten reading pace, David goes to school takes around 3m to finish. The book has 140 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does David goes to school have an AR quiz?
Yes — David goes to 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 David goes to school?
David goes to school has an AR reading level of 0.9, which places it at a Kindergarten 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.