Nate the Great Stalks Stupidweed
by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat
Yearling 1989
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- problem-solving
- friendship
- perseverance
- responsibility
- observation and clues
- humor
- community
- nature
About this book
Nate the Great is on the case when his friend Oliver loses a very special plant from an Adopt-a-Weed sale. With his trusty dog, Sludge, Nate searches the neighborhood, park, woods, and even the library to track down clues. Beginning readers will enjoy following Nate’s logical steps and dry humor as he pieces the mystery together. It’s a fun, confidence-building chapter book that encourages observation and problem-solving.
Setting: a suburban neighborhood with stops at the park, woods, and library
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nate the Great Stalks Stupidweed right for my child?
Yes — Nate the Great Stalks Stupidweed is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.4, which is typical for 2nd 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 problem-solving, friendship, perseverance.
How long does it take to read Nate the Great Stalks Stupidweed?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Nate the Great Stalks Stupidweed takes around 15m to finish. The book has 1,750 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Nate the Great Stalks Stupidweed have an AR quiz?
Yes — Nate the Great Stalks Stupidweed 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 Nate the Great Stalks Stupidweed?
Nate the Great Stalks Stupidweed has an AR reading level of 2.4, which places it at a 2nd 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.