Frankie Pickle and the Closet of Doom (Frankie Pickle)
by Eric Wight, Eric Wight
Scholastic Inc 2010
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- imagination
- responsibility
- family
- chores and consequences
- problem-solving
- perseverance
- creativity
- humor
About this book
Frankie Pickle is a kid with a huge imagination—and a messy room. When his mom tells him he has to clean it himself, Frankie turns an ordinary chore into an epic adventure, with daring escapes and comic-book style action. The story blends comics and chapters, making it fast, funny, and inviting for newer readers. Kids love Frankie's creativity, humor, and the way everyday problems feel big and exciting.
Setting: contemporary suburban home and school, much of the action in Frankie's bedroom and "closet of doom"
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Frankie Pickle and the Closet of Doom (Frankie Pickle) right for my child?
Yes — Frankie Pickle and the Closet of Doom (Frankie Pickle) is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.5, 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 imagination, responsibility, family.
How long does it take to read Frankie Pickle and the Closet of Doom (Frankie Pickle)?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Frankie Pickle and the Closet of Doom (Frankie Pickle) takes around 34m to finish. The book has 4,600 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Frankie Pickle and the Closet of Doom (Frankie Pickle) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Frankie Pickle and the Closet of Doom (Frankie Pickle) 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 Frankie Pickle and the Closet of Doom (Frankie Pickle)?
Frankie Pickle and the Closet of Doom (Frankie Pickle) has an AR reading level of 3.5, 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.