Pick a pumpkin, Mrs. Millie!
by Judy Cox
Scholastic 2009
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- wordplay and language
- school life
- autumn and Halloween
- teacher-student relationships
- listening and communication
- humor
- teamwork
About this book
Mrs. Millie is the silly teacher who mixes up words and turns an ordinary fall day into fits of giggles. With playful puns and homophone humor, the class navigates her funny instructions while getting into pumpkin-time excitement. The lively, repeatable wordplay makes this a great read-aloud for younger listeners and emerging readers. Perfect for K–2 students who enjoy school stories and seasonal fun.
Setting: an elementary school during autumn with pumpkin-time activities
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pick a pumpkin, Mrs. Millie! right for my child?
Yes — Pick a pumpkin, Mrs. Millie! is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.1, 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 wordplay and language, school life, autumn and Halloween.
How long does it take to read Pick a pumpkin, Mrs. Millie!?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Pick a pumpkin, Mrs. Millie! takes around 5m to finish. The book has 550 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Pick a pumpkin, Mrs. Millie! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Pick a pumpkin, Mrs. Millie! 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 Pick a pumpkin, Mrs. Millie!?
Pick a pumpkin, Mrs. Millie! has an AR reading level of 2.1, 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.