Owen Foote, Super Spy
by Stephanie Greene
Clarion Books 2001
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- curiosity
- friendship
- privacy and boundaries
- honesty
- consequences of choices
- problem-solving
- sibling relationships
About this book
Curious second-grader Owen Foote decides to become a super spy, building gadgets and sneaking around to collect top-secret information. His missions start out as harmless fun, but spying on friends, neighbors, and his older sister leads to unexpected consequences. With humor and heart, Owen learns where curiosity ends and privacy begins. Perfect for early chapter book readers who like funny school stories with everyday adventures.
Setting: contemporary suburban neighborhood and elementary school
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Owen Foote, Super Spy right for my child?
Yes — Owen Foote, Super Spy is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.5, 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 curiosity, friendship, privacy and boundaries.
How long does it take to read Owen Foote, Super Spy?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Owen Foote, Super Spy takes around 1.1h to finish. The book has 9,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Owen Foote, Super Spy have an AR quiz?
Yes — Owen Foote, Super Spy 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, Super Spy?
Owen Foote, Super Spy has an AR reading level of 3.5, 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.