George Washington's teeth
by Deborah Chandra
Farrar Straus Giroux 2003
Challenging read for K–3rd grade
Reading level 4.2 (4th grade) is above the ages 5–9 interest range
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Genre
Themes
- perseverance
- health and hygiene
- humor in history
- American Revolution
- myths vs. facts
- humanizing historical figures
- problem-solving
About this book
This playful, rhyming picture book follows George Washington through a lifetime of troublesome teeth, mixing humor with real history. Lively verse and expressive illustrations make a sometimes icky topic engaging and approachable for young readers. A factual author’s note adds context about Washington’s life and dental care in the 1700s. Great for early elementary students who like funny nonfiction and presidents.
Setting: 18th-century colonial and Revolutionary-era America (Mount Vernon, Philadelphia, battlefields)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is George Washington's teeth right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for George Washington's teeth. The reading level is AR 4.2, which is typical for 4th 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 perseverance, health and hygiene, humor in history.
How long does it take to read George Washington's teeth?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, George Washington's teeth takes around 6m to finish. The book has 950 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does George Washington's teeth have an AR quiz?
Yes — George Washington's teeth 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 George Washington's teeth?
George Washington's teeth has an AR reading level of 4.2, which places it at a 4th 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.