How to Lose Your Class Pet
Tandem Library 2003
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- responsibility
- honesty
- friendship
- problem-solving
- consequences
- school life
- teamwork
- self-confidence
About this book
Willimena Thomas loves making rules for life, but taking care of the class pet puts her best ideas to the test. When the pet comes home with her for the weekend, a small mistake leads to a big, funny problem. With help from friends and a lot of quick thinking, Willimena learns about responsibility and telling the truth. Light, fast-paced chapters and plenty of humor make this a great pick for young readers moving into longer books.
Setting: contemporary elementary school and home in a city neighborhood
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is How to Lose Your Class Pet right for my child?
Yes — How to Lose Your Class Pet is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.5, 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 responsibility, honesty, friendship.
How long does it take to read How to Lose Your Class Pet?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, How to Lose Your Class Pet takes around 1.2h to finish. The book has 9,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does How to Lose Your Class Pet have an AR quiz?
Yes — How to Lose Your Class Pet 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 How to Lose Your Class Pet?
How to Lose Your Class Pet has an AR reading level of 3.5, 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.