Ice-cream cones for sale!
by Elaine Greenstein
Scholastic 2006
Challenging read for K–3rd grade
Reading level 4.5 (4th grade) is above the ages 5–9 interest range
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Genre
Themes
- invention
- innovation
- entrepreneurship
- history of food
- perseverance
- problem-solving
- curiosity
About this book
This lively picture book traces the curious history behind the ice-cream cone and the inventors who claimed it, with a special spotlight on the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair. Simple text and vintage-style art make a fun, tasty tour through history for young readers. Kids enjoy the playful tone, surprising facts, and debate over who really deserves credit. It’s a sweet pick for early elementary readers who like true stories about everyday inventions.
Setting: United States, early 1900s, especially the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ice-cream cones for sale! right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Ice-cream cones for sale!. The reading level is AR 4.5, which is typical for 4th 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 invention, innovation, entrepreneurship.
How long does it take to read Ice-cream cones for sale!?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Ice-cream cones for sale! takes around 7m to finish. The book has 1,100 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Ice-cream cones for sale! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Ice-cream cones for sale! 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 Ice-cream cones for sale!?
Ice-cream cones for sale! has an AR reading level of 4.5, which places it at a 4th 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.