Goes for Gold
A QUIX Book
by Jarrett Lerner
Simon and Schuster 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
- competition
- sportsmanship
- perseverance
- teamwork
- empathy
- school life
- problem-solving
About this book
It’s Field Day at Amblerville Elementary, and Geeger the Robot is determined to win the big race and snag the gold. But when friendly competition heats up, Geeger has to figure out how to balance his drive to win with being a good friend to Tillie. Short chapters, cheerful illustrations, and lots of goofy robot humor make this a confidence-building read for emerging readers. Kids enjoy the fast-paced school fun, relatable feelings, and laugh-out-loud mishaps.
Setting: Amblerville Elementary, present day
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Goes for Gold right for my child?
Yes — Goes for Gold is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.2, 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, competition, sportsmanship.
How long does it take to read Goes for Gold?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Goes for Gold takes around 46m to finish. The book has 6,200 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Goes for Gold have an AR quiz?
Yes — Goes for Gold 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 Goes for Gold?
Goes for Gold has an AR reading level of 3.2, 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.