Let's do nothing!
by Tony Fucile
Candlewick Press 2009
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- imagination
- friendship
- boredom
- self-control
- creativity
- play
- patience
About this book
Two best friends, Frank and Ricky, decide to try the hardest thing ever—doing absolutely nothing. Their imaginations keep getting in the way as statues turn into towering skyscrapers and quiet moments explode into big, silly adventures. With lively illustrations and laugh-out-loud humor, this picture book perfectly captures the challenge of staying still. It’s a great pick for young readers who love funny stories and imaginative play.
Setting: a city apartment/living room in the present day
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Let's do nothing! right for my child?
Yes — Let's do nothing! is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.5, which is typical for 1st 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 imagination, friendship, boredom.
How long does it take to read Let's do nothing!?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Let's do nothing! takes around 7m to finish. The book has 550 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Let's do nothing! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Let's do nothing! 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 Let's do nothing!?
Let's do nothing! has an AR reading level of 1.5, which places it at a 1st 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.