Don't call me Toad!
Putnam's 1987
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- identity
- bullying and name-calling
- friendship
- self-acceptance
- family relationships
- standing up for oneself
- resilience
- school life
About this book
A classmate’s teasing sticks a not-so-great nickname—Toad—on a determined middle-schooler who’s ready to change the story. Between school drama, family expectations, and new friendships, they look for a way to prove who they really are. With humor and heart, the story shows how standing up for yourself and finding true friends can make all the difference. A good fit for readers who enjoy realistic school stories and character growth.
Setting: contemporary small-town middle school, 1980s Midwest
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Don't call me Toad! right for my child?
Yes — Don't call me Toad! is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.3, 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 identity, bullying and name-calling, friendship.
How long does it take to read Don't call me Toad!?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Don't call me Toad! takes around 3.1h to finish. The book has 28,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Don't call me Toad! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Don't call me Toad! has an AR quiz available, worth 4 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 Don't call me Toad!?
Don't call me Toad! has an AR reading level of 4.3, 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.