Junie B. Jones #13: Junie B. Jones Is (almost) a Flower Girl
by Barbara Park
Random House Books for Young Readers 1999
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- family
- jealousy
- growing up
- self-expression
- manners and etiquette
- resilience
- celebrations
- humor
About this book
Junie B.’s Aunt Flo is getting married, and Junie B. is sure it’s her big chance to show how grown-up she is. When she isn’t chosen to be the flower girl, she cooks up hilarious ways to still be part of the big day. Told in Junie B.’s laugh-out-loud voice, this quick read captures the big feelings kids have around family events and being noticed. Perfect for early chapter-book readers who like silly humor, spirited narrators, and real-kid situations.
Setting: contemporary suburban home, school, and a family wedding
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Junie B. Jones #13: Junie B. Jones Is (almost) a Flower Girl right for my child?
Yes — Junie B. Jones #13: Junie B. Jones Is (almost) a Flower Girl is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.6, 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 family, jealousy, growing up.
How long does it take to read Junie B. Jones #13: Junie B. Jones Is (almost) a Flower Girl?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Junie B. Jones #13: Junie B. Jones Is (almost) a Flower Girl takes around 53m to finish. The book has 6,400 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Junie B. Jones #13: Junie B. Jones Is (almost) a Flower Girl have an AR quiz?
Yes — Junie B. Jones #13: Junie B. Jones Is (almost) a Flower Girl 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 Junie B. Jones #13: Junie B. Jones Is (almost) a Flower Girl?
Junie B. Jones #13: Junie B. Jones Is (almost) a Flower Girl has an AR reading level of 2.6, 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.