Milton Hershey Chocolate King Town Builder
by Charnan Simon
Children's Press(CT) 1998
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- entrepreneurship
- perseverance
- innovation
- philanthropy
- community building
- American Dream
- problem-solving
About this book
This early-reader biography introduces Milton S. Hershey, the candy maker who built a chocolate empire and a model town in Pennsylvania. Simple text and historical photos show how his hard work, business ideas, and generosity changed a community. Kids learn about making chocolate, starting a company, and giving back to others. Great for young readers curious about inventors and real-world success stories.
Setting: United States, especially Hershey, Pennsylvania, late 1800s to early 1900s
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Milton Hershey Chocolate King Town Builder right for my child?
Yes — Milton Hershey Chocolate King Town Builder is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.8, 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 entrepreneurship, perseverance, innovation.
How long does it take to read Milton Hershey Chocolate King Town Builder?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Milton Hershey Chocolate King Town Builder takes around 7m to finish. The book has 1,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Milton Hershey Chocolate King Town Builder have an AR quiz?
Yes — Milton Hershey Chocolate King Town Builder 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 Milton Hershey Chocolate King Town Builder?
Milton Hershey Chocolate King Town Builder has an AR reading level of 3.8, 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.