It's not my fault!
by Nancy Carlson
Carolrhoda Books 2003
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- responsibility
- honesty
- accountability
- choices and consequences
- self-control
- empathy
- problem-solving
- family and school life
About this book
When a youngster keeps blaming everyone and everything else for mistakes, a caring adult helps them see how taking responsibility can make things better. With Nancy Carlson’s bright, friendly art and simple text, this picture book offers a gentle, funny look at excuses kids make every day. It’s a great conversation starter about honesty, accountability, and making things right. Perfect for read-alouds at home or school with primary-grade children.
Setting: contemporary home and school
Frequently Asked Questions
Is It's not my fault! right for my child?
Yes — It's not my fault! is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.4, which is typical for 2nd 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, accountability.
How long does it take to read It's not my fault!?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, It's not my fault! takes around 5m to finish. The book has 620 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does It's not my fault! have an AR quiz?
Yes — It's not my fault! 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 It's not my fault!?
It's not my fault! has an AR reading level of 2.4, which places it at a 2nd 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.