Mary Geddy's Day
by Kate Waters
Turtleback Books Distributed by Demco Media 2002
Challenging read for K–3rd grade
Reading level 4.5 (4th grade) is above the ages 5–9 interest range
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Genre
Themes
- daily life
- family and responsibility
- community
- craftsmanship and trade
- American Revolution era
- tradition and culture
- history comes alive
About this book
Step into Colonial Williamsburg with Mary Geddy as she spends a busy day helping her family and exploring her bustling town. Through vivid photographs and clear, friendly text, readers see how an 18th-century girl cooks, shops, learns skills, and hears talk about taxes and freedom. This engaging slice-of-life nonfiction makes history feel close and real for younger readers. It’s a great pick for kids curious about everyday life in early America.
Setting: Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, 1770s
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mary Geddy's Day right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Mary Geddy's Day. The reading level is AR 4.5, which is typical for 4th 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 daily life, family and responsibility, community.
How long does it take to read Mary Geddy's Day?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Mary Geddy's Day takes around 11m to finish. The book has 1,700 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Mary Geddy's Day have an AR quiz?
Yes — Mary Geddy's Day 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 Mary Geddy's Day?
Mary Geddy's Day has an AR reading level of 4.5, which places it at a 4th 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.