Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little
by Peggy Gifford
Yearling 2008
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- procrastination
- responsibility
- family and siblings
- school life
- creativity
- consequences
- humor
- self-discovery
About this book
Moxy Maxwell would rather do just about anything than read her summer assignment, Stuart Little—and she’s got a million creative ways to avoid it. As the first day of school creeps closer, her procrastination turns into a series of funny misadventures. Told in short, snappy chapters with photos, this lighthearted story captures the feeling of late-summer jitters. Perfect for kids who like humor and realistic school stories.
Setting: a contemporary suburban neighborhood during summer vacation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little right for my child?
Yes — Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.5, 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 procrastination, responsibility, family and siblings.
How long does it take to read Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little takes around 1.3h to finish. The book has 12,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little have an AR quiz?
Yes — Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little 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 Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little?
Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little has an AR reading level of 4.5, 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.