Give me back my pony
Scholastic Inc. 1995
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- responsibility
- animal care
- problem-solving
- empathy
- loyalty
- teamwork
About this book
In this Pony Pals adventure, Lulu’s beloved pony may be claimed by someone from the past, and the girls must figure out what’s fair while keeping the pony’s best interests at heart. Set around the trails and barns of Wiggins, the friends lean on each other to solve a real-world problem with kindness and grit. Short chapters, clear language, and lots of horse care details make it perfect for young readers who love animals. Kids enjoy the strong friendship, gentle suspense, and the wish-fulfillment of having a pony.
Setting: the small town of Wiggins and nearby stables and trails, present day
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Give me back my pony right for my child?
Yes — Give me back my pony is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.4, 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, responsibility, animal care.
How long does it take to read Give me back my pony?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Give me back my pony takes around 1.5h to finish. The book has 12,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Give me back my pony have an AR quiz?
Yes — Give me back my pony 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 Give me back my pony?
Give me back my pony has an AR reading level of 3.4, 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.