Make Four Million Dollars by Next Thursday
by Stephen Manes
Yearling 1999
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- greed and generosity
- critical thinking
- gullibility and skepticism
- entrepreneurship
- consequences of choices
- friendship
- ambition
- humor
About this book
A determined kid falls for a get-rich-quick promise and tries a wacky step-by-step plan to make a fortune fast. Each new rule leads to zanier schemes, unexpected obstacles, and lessons about money, common sense, and what really matters. Fast-paced and very funny, it’s perfect for readers who enjoy humor with a sly wink at advertising and scams. Great for grades 3–6 who like short, laugh-out-loud chapter books.
Setting: a contemporary suburban town, late 20th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Make Four Million Dollars by Next Thursday right for my child?
Yes — Make Four Million Dollars by Next Thursday is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.6, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include greed and generosity, critical thinking, gullibility and skepticism.
How long does it take to read Make Four Million Dollars by Next Thursday?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Make Four Million Dollars by Next Thursday takes around 1.8h to finish. The book has 16,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Make Four Million Dollars by Next Thursday have an AR quiz?
Yes — Make Four Million Dollars by Next Thursday has an AR quiz available, worth 2 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 Make Four Million Dollars by Next Thursday?
Make Four Million Dollars by Next Thursday has an AR reading level of 4.6, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — 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.