Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business: The Graphic Novel
by Barbara Park
Random House 2025
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- sibling rivalry
- family change
- friendship
- imagination
- jealousy
- school life
- humor
- misunderstandings
About this book
This new graphic novel adaptation of Barbara Park’s classic Junie B. Jones story follows Junie B. as she reacts to big news—a new baby is coming! When her grandma calls the baby a “little monkey,” Junie B.’s imagination runs wild and school-day shenanigans follow. Bright panels, expressive art, and Junie B.’s hilarious voice make this perfect for early elementary readers. Great for kids who love funny school stories and are moving from picture books into graphic novels.
Setting: suburban home and kindergarten classroom, present day
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business: The Graphic Novel right for my child?
Yes — Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business: The Graphic Novel is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2, 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 sibling rivalry, family change, friendship.
How long does it take to read Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business: The Graphic Novel?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business: The Graphic Novel takes around 25m to finish. The book has 3,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business: The Graphic Novel have an AR quiz?
Yes — Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business: The Graphic Novel 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 Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business: The Graphic Novel?
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business: The Graphic Novel has an AR reading level of 2, 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.