Merry Christmas, Splat
by Rob Scotton
Miau/Ediciones Jaguar 2009
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- holiday spirit
- patience
- kindness and generosity
- family and friendship
- anticipation and excitement
- pets and humor
About this book
Splat the Cat is determined to be on Santa’s nice list, but staying perfectly good is harder than he expected! With plenty of holiday humor and expressive illustrations, this festive tale captures the excitement and jitters of waiting for Christmas. It’s a cozy read-aloud for families, offering a gentle message about kindness, patience, and believing in the magic of the season. Ideal for young readers who love silly animal characters and Christmas stories.
Setting: Splat’s home and neighborhood during Christmastime, winter
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Merry Christmas, Splat right for my child?
Yes — Merry Christmas, Splat is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.1, 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 holiday spirit, patience, kindness and generosity.
How long does it take to read Merry Christmas, Splat?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Merry Christmas, Splat takes around 9m to finish. The book has 1,200 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Merry Christmas, Splat have an AR quiz?
Yes — Merry Christmas, Splat 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 Merry Christmas, Splat?
Merry Christmas, Splat has an AR reading level of 3.1, 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.