Keena Ford and the field trip mix-up
by Melissa Thomson
Dial Books for Young Readers 2009
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- honesty
- responsibility
- problem-solving
- school life
- independence
- self-advocacy
About this book
Second-grader Keena Ford is thrilled for her class field trip—until a little mix-up turns the day upside down. With her bold voice and big heart, Keena navigates misunderstandings, new situations, and the challenges of speaking up. Short chapters, humor, and energetic illustrations make this a friendly pick for newly independent readers. Kids enjoy Keena’s relatable mistakes and the feel-good problem-solving that follows.
Setting: elementary school and a class field trip in Washington, D.C., present day
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Keena Ford and the field trip mix-up right for my child?
Yes — Keena Ford and the field trip mix-up is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.3, 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 friendship, honesty, responsibility.
How long does it take to read Keena Ford and the field trip mix-up?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Keena Ford and the field trip mix-up takes around 1.1h to finish. The book has 9,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Keena Ford and the field trip mix-up have an AR quiz?
Yes — Keena Ford and the field trip mix-up 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 Keena Ford and the field trip mix-up?
Keena Ford and the field trip mix-up has an AR reading level of 3.3, 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.