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On Your Mark, Get Set, Laugh!

by Nancy E. Krulik

Bruño 2009

Great fit for 3rd grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

3rd grade English
77
Pages
1
AR Points
1.2h
Read time
AR Quiz Available
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Genre

Realistic Fiction

Themes

  • friendship
  • sportsmanship
  • self-control
  • school life
  • teamwork
  • consequences
  • perseverance
  • humor

About this book

George Brown really wants to help his class win at Field Day—but his unstoppable super burps have other ideas! One hiccup of hilarity after another puts races, relays, and team spirit to the test. With short, funny chapters and lots of school-day mischief, this is a great pick for newer chapter-book readers. Kids enjoy the slapstick humor and the relatable challenge of learning self-control and good sportsmanship.

Setting: contemporary elementary school during Field Day events

Frequently Asked Questions

Is On Your Mark, Get Set, Laugh! right for my child?

Yes — On Your Mark, Get Set, Laugh! is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.6, 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, sportsmanship, self-control.

How long does it take to read On Your Mark, Get Set, Laugh!?

At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, On Your Mark, Get Set, Laugh! takes around 1.2h to finish. The book has 10,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does On Your Mark, Get Set, Laugh! have an AR quiz?

Yes — On Your Mark, Get Set, Laugh! 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 On Your Mark, Get Set, Laugh!?

On Your Mark, Get Set, Laugh! has an AR reading level of 3.6, 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.