Ms. Coco Is Loco!
by Dan Gutman
HarperCollins 2008
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- school life
- creativity and art
- friendship
- humor and mischief
- teamwork
- self-expression
- rules vs. freedom
About this book
A.J. and the gang at Ella Mentry School meet Ms. Coco, a wildly creative art teacher who turns class into a laugh-out-loud adventure. With silly projects, surprising ideas, and tons of jokes, she makes even the most reluctant artists want to join in. Short chapters and funny illustrations keep new readers engaged. Great for kids who enjoy goofy school stories and fast, easy-to-read chapter books.
Setting: contemporary elementary school (Ella Mentry School)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ms. Coco Is Loco! right for my child?
Yes — Ms. Coco Is Loco! is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.4, 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 school life, creativity and art, friendship.
How long does it take to read Ms. Coco Is Loco!?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Ms. Coco Is Loco! takes around 1.2h to finish. The book has 9,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Ms. Coco Is Loco! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Ms. Coco Is Loco! has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 Ms. Coco Is Loco!?
Ms. Coco Is Loco! has an AR reading level of 3.4, 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.