Isobel Adds It Up
by Kristy Everington
Dragonfly Books 2022
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- problem-solving
- perseverance
- curiosity
- neighborliness
- creativity
- communication
- STEM and math
- community
About this book
Isobel loves numbers and just wants to finish her math homework, but mysterious thumps and crashes from next door keep interrupting her work. Using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, she tries to reason out what could be making all that noise. Playful guesses build the suspense until a friendly solution helps everyone focus. This upbeat picture book is perfect for math-loving kids and for any young problem-solver who enjoys a fun mystery with a neighborly twist.
Setting: a modern-day apartment/duplex home
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isobel Adds It Up right for my child?
Yes — Isobel Adds It Up is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.1, 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 problem-solving, perseverance, curiosity.
How long does it take to read Isobel Adds It Up?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Isobel Adds It Up takes around 7m to finish. The book has 900 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Isobel Adds It Up have an AR quiz?
Yes — Isobel Adds It Up 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 Isobel Adds It Up?
Isobel Adds It Up has an AR reading level of 3.1, 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.