Emma's Friendwich
Charlesbridge Publishing 2010
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- making new friends
- kindness
- sharing
- communication
- empathy
- inclusion
- moving to a new place
About this book
Emma has just moved to a new town and wants to make a friend with the girl next door. Through simple steps like smiling, asking to play, and sharing, she learns how to start a friendship. Bright pictures and clear callouts model real-life social skills for young children. Perfect for pre-readers and early readers learning how to meet new friends with confidence.
Setting: a suburban neighborhood and playground
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Emma's Friendwich right for my child?
Yes — Emma's Friendwich is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.5, which is typical for 1st 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 friendship, making new friends, kindness.
How long does it take to read Emma's Friendwich?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Emma's Friendwich takes around 5m to finish. The book has 430 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Emma's Friendwich have an AR quiz?
Yes — Emma's Friendwich 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 Emma's Friendwich?
Emma's Friendwich has an AR reading level of 1.5, which places it at a 1st 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.