Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza
by Philemon Sturges, Amy Walrod
Puffin 2002
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- cooperation
- responsibility
- community
- fairness
- sharing and generosity
- perseverance
- humor
- food and cooking
About this book
In this playful retelling of the classic folktale, a busy Little Red Hen decides to make a pizza and asks her animal friends for help. They’re full of excuses—until the delicious pie is ready! Bright collage-style art and rhythmic text make this a laugh-out-loud read-aloud for young listeners. Perfect for early elementary readers, it highlights teamwork, responsibility, and the joy of sharing.
Setting: a modern city neighborhood and kitchen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza right for my child?
Yes — Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 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 cooperation, responsibility, community.
How long does it take to read Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza takes around 8m to finish. The book has 1,100 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza have an AR quiz?
Yes — Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza 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 Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza?
Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza has an AR reading level of 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.