Flat Stanley's Adventures in Classroom 2e #2: Riding the Slides
by Jeff Brown, Kate Egan
HarperCollins 2023
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- scientific inquiry
- problem-solving
- teamwork
- perseverance
- school life
- competition
- family and siblings
About this book
Flat Stanley returns with a brand-new group of classmates in a STEM-focused chapter book perfect for young readers. When a playground slide contest heats up, Stanley and friends use the scientific method to test ideas about gravity and friction. With easy-to-follow experiments, lots of laughs, and everyday school challenges, this story invites kids to think like scientists. Ideal for grades 1–3, it blends humor, hands-on learning, and heart.
Setting: a contemporary elementary school classroom and playground
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Flat Stanley's Adventures in Classroom 2e #2: Riding the Slides right for my child?
Yes — Flat Stanley's Adventures in Classroom 2e #2: Riding the Slides is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.3, which is typical for 3rd 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, scientific inquiry, problem-solving.
How long does it take to read Flat Stanley's Adventures in Classroom 2e #2: Riding the Slides?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Flat Stanley's Adventures in Classroom 2e #2: Riding the Slides takes around 58m to finish. The book has 7,800 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Flat Stanley's Adventures in Classroom 2e #2: Riding the Slides have an AR quiz?
Yes — Flat Stanley's Adventures in Classroom 2e #2: Riding the Slides has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 Flat Stanley's Adventures in Classroom 2e #2: Riding the Slides?
Flat Stanley's Adventures in Classroom 2e #2: Riding the Slides has an AR reading level of 3.3, which places it at a 3rd 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.