Horrible Harry and the Field Day Revenge!
by Suzy Weaver Kline
Penguin 2017
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- sportsmanship
- fairness and honesty
- teamwork
- loyalty
- conflict resolution
- competition
- school life
About this book
When South School’s Field Day arrives, best friends Harry and Doug can’t wait to team up for the big events and a mysterious grand prize. But when Harry’s competitive tricks make classmates accuse him of cheating, Doug isn’t sure what to believe. Told with humor and heart, this early chapter book explores how friends handle misunderstandings and what real sportsmanship looks like. A great pick for newly independent readers in grades 1–3 who enjoy funny, school-based adventures.
Setting: South School during a contemporary elementary-school Field Day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Horrible Harry and the Field Day Revenge! right for my child?
Yes — Horrible Harry and the Field Day Revenge! 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, sportsmanship, fairness and honesty.
How long does it take to read Horrible Harry and the Field Day Revenge!?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Horrible Harry and the Field Day Revenge! takes around 56m to finish. The book has 7,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Horrible Harry and the Field Day Revenge! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Horrible Harry and the Field Day Revenge! 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 Horrible Harry and the Field Day Revenge!?
Horrible Harry and the Field Day Revenge! 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.