Every dog has his day
Viking Juvenile 2017
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- loyalty
- friendship
- responsibility
- bravery
- problem-solving
- leadership
- ranch life
- humor and mischief
About this book
Hank the Cowdog, Head of Ranch Security, is sure he’s got everything on the ranch under control—until new troubles stir up on the range. With his loyal (and goofy) sidekick Drover, Hank blunders into a fresh tangle of mysteries, varmints, and misunderstandings. Told with Hank’s hilarious bravado and folksy voice, this adventure serves up laugh-out-loud moments and plenty of ranch life flavor. Perfect for elementary and middle-grade readers who enjoy humor, talking-animal adventures, and light mysteries.
Setting: a cattle ranch in the Texas Panhandle, present day
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Every dog has his day right for my child?
Yes — Every dog has his day 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 loyalty, friendship, responsibility.
How long does it take to read Every dog has his day?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Every dog has his day takes around 2.7h to finish. The book has 24,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Every dog has his day have an AR quiz?
Yes — Every dog has his day has an AR quiz available, worth 3 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 Every dog has his day?
Every dog has his day 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.