Owen Foote, Money Man
by Stephanie Greene
Tandem Library 2000
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- entrepreneurship
- responsibility
- friendship
- honesty
- saving and spending
- problem-solving
- perseverance
About this book
Second-grader Owen Foote is determined to become a money expert so he can save up for something big. His creative schemes and odd jobs don’t always go as planned, but he learns what earning, saving, and spending really mean. Short chapters, humor, and school-and-neighborhood adventures make this an inviting read for newer chapter-book readers. Perfect for kids in grades 2–3 who like realistic, funny stories.
Setting: contemporary suburban neighborhood and elementary school
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Owen Foote, Money Man right for my child?
Yes — Owen Foote, Money Man 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 entrepreneurship, responsibility, friendship.
How long does it take to read Owen Foote, Money Man?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Owen Foote, Money Man takes around 1.2h to finish. The book has 10,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Owen Foote, Money Man have an AR quiz?
Yes — Owen Foote, Money Man 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 Owen Foote, Money Man?
Owen Foote, Money Man 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.