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Guji Guji book cover

Guji Guji

by Chih-Yuan Chen

Kane/Miller 2004

Great fit for 2nd grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

2nd grade English
36
Pages
0.5
AR Points
8m
Read time
AR Quiz Available
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Genre

Animal Fiction

Themes

  • identity
  • belonging
  • family
  • acceptance
  • kindness
  • courage
  • standing up to bullies

About this book

When a crocodile egg rolls into a duck’s nest, a duck lovingly hatches and raises the baby, naming him Guji Guji. He grows up thinking he’s a duck—until some rough crocodiles show up and try to pressure him to act like them. Guji Guji must decide who he is and what kind of friend and family member he wants to be. Gentle humor, expressive art, and a heartwarming message about identity and belonging make this a favorite for read-alouds with ages 4–8.

Setting: a duck pond and nearby countryside

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guji Guji right for my child?

Yes — Guji Guji is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.4, which is typical for 2nd 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 identity, belonging, family.

How long does it take to read Guji Guji?

At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Guji Guji takes around 8m to finish. The book has 900 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does Guji Guji have an AR quiz?

Yes — Guji Guji 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 Guji Guji?

Guji Guji has an AR reading level of 2.4, which places it at a 2nd 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.