Mr. President goes to school
by Rick Walton
Peachtree 2010
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- leadership
- cooperation
- responsibility
- kindness
- problem-solving
- civics
- school life
- humor
About this book
On an especially hectic day at the White House, the President slips away to visit his old elementary school. There, familiar classroom rules—listening, sharing, and taking turns—remind him how simple lessons can solve big problems. Kids will laugh at the playful idea of a president doing school routines and enjoy the lighthearted look at leadership. A fun read‑aloud for early elementary that ties into civics and back‑to‑school themes.
Setting: the White House and an elementary school classroom, present-day United States
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mr. President goes to school right for my child?
Yes — Mr. President goes to school is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3, 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 leadership, cooperation, responsibility.
How long does it take to read Mr. President goes to school?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Mr. President goes to school takes around 7m to finish. The book has 900 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Mr. President goes to school have an AR quiz?
Yes — Mr. President goes to school 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 Mr. President goes to school?
Mr. President goes to school has an AR reading level of 3, 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.