No More Pumpkins
by Peter Catalanotto, Pamela Schembri
Macmillan + ORM 2014
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- conflict resolution
- school life
- art and creativity
- empathy
- forgiveness
- Halloween and fall
- teamwork
About this book
Emily is pumpkin-ed out—her class has done pumpkin math, pumpkin field trips, and pumpkin writing, and now they’re carving pumpkin self-portraits. When something goes wrong with her jack-o’-lantern, tensions with her best friend Vincetta Louise bubble up. With humor and heart, the story follows the girls as they navigate a classroom project, big feelings, and the ups and downs of friendship. Perfect for early elementary readers, it celebrates creativity, problem-solving, and making up after a spat.
Setting: an elementary school classroom and neighborhood during the fall/Halloween season
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is No More Pumpkins right for my child?
Yes — No More Pumpkins 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 friendship, conflict resolution, school life.
How long does it take to read No More Pumpkins?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, No More Pumpkins takes around 9m to finish. The book has 1,200 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does No More Pumpkins have an AR quiz?
Yes — No More Pumpkins 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 No More Pumpkins?
No More Pumpkins 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.