Here comes tricky rabbit!
by Gretchen Mayo
Puffin 1996
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- trickery and wit
- humor and mischief
- consequences and responsibility
- respect for nature
- community and cooperation
- cultural heritage and storytelling
- problem-solving
- resourcefulness
About this book
This collection retells lively Native American trickster tales starring a clever Rabbit who loves a good prank and always seems to find a way out of trouble. Short, fast-paced chapters and plenty of humor make it a fun read-aloud or independent read for elementary students. Along the way, the stories highlight cultural traditions and gentle lessons about consequences and community. A great pick for kids who enjoy folktales, animal characters, and outsmarting-the-odds adventures.
Setting: traditional Native American villages and wilderness across North America; timeless folktale world
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Here comes tricky rabbit! right for my child?
Yes — Here comes tricky rabbit! is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.1, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include trickery and wit, humor and mischief, consequences and responsibility.
How long does it take to read Here comes tricky rabbit!?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Here comes tricky rabbit! takes around 1.0h to finish. The book has 9,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Here comes tricky rabbit! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Here comes tricky rabbit! 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 Here comes tricky rabbit!?
Here comes tricky rabbit! has an AR reading level of 4.1, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — 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.