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Junie B. Jones #9: Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook

by Barbara Park

Random House Books for Young Readers 2010

★★★★★

Great fit for 2nd grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

2nd grade English Juvenile Fiction
82
Pages
1
AR Points
58m
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Realistic Fiction

Themes

  • honesty
  • friendship
  • consequences
  • school life
  • empathy
  • responsibility
  • temptation

About this book

Junie B. is sure someone swiped her brand-new fuzzy black mittens, and she’s mad about it. When she later finds a fancy pen on the floor, she has to decide if finding means keeping. With laugh-out-loud kindergarten drama and a big heart, this story explores honesty and doing the right thing. Perfect for new chapter-book readers who love humor and school stories.

Setting: a contemporary kindergarten classroom and neighborhood

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Junie B. Jones #9: Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook right for my child?

Yes — Junie B. Jones #9: Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.9, 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 honesty, friendship, consequences.

How long does it take to read Junie B. Jones #9: Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook?

At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Junie B. Jones #9: Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook takes around 58m to finish. The book has 7,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does Junie B. Jones #9: Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook have an AR quiz?

Yes — Junie B. Jones #9: Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook 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 #9: Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook?

Junie B. Jones #9: Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook has an AR reading level of 2.9, 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.