More Rootabaga stories
Harcourt 2003
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- imagination
- American folklore
- adventure
- family and community
- kindness
- identity
- nonsense and wordplay
- wonder
About this book
Carl Sandburg’s More Rootabaga Stories returns to the whimsical Rootabaga Country, where trains talk, cornfields stretch forever, and adventures pop up in the most unexpected places. These playful American fairy tales use musical language, tall-tale humor, and gentle twists to delight readers. Perfect for independent readers who enjoy wordplay and short, self-contained stories, it also makes a wonderful family read-aloud. Kids love the imaginative characters, silly names, and the sense that anything can happen just around the bend.
Setting: Rootabaga Country, a whimsical, Midwest-inspired imaginary land of trains, small towns, and wide-open prairies
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is More Rootabaga stories right for my child?
Yes — More Rootabaga stories is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.9, which is typical for 5th 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 imagination, American folklore, adventure.
How long does it take to read More Rootabaga stories?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, More Rootabaga stories takes around 2.9h to finish. The book has 29,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does More Rootabaga stories have an AR quiz?
Yes — More Rootabaga stories has an AR quiz available, worth 4 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 More Rootabaga stories?
More Rootabaga stories has an AR reading level of 5.9, which places it at a 5th 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.