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Quiet on the set!

by Nancy E. Krulik

Grosset & Dunlap 2009

Great fit for 3rd grade

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

3rd grade English
78
Pages
1
AR Points
1.3h
Read time
AR Quiz Available
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Genre

Humorous Fantasy

Themes

  • friendship
  • identity
  • teamwork
  • responsibility
  • empathy
  • fame and privacy
  • problem-solving

About this book

Katie Carew is back, and a movie is being filmed right in her town! When the magic wind blows, Katie switches into someone on the set and learns firsthand that making a movie isn’t as glamorous—or as easy—as it looks. With plenty of mix-ups, laughs, and lessons about teamwork, Katie has to figure out how to set things right before the director calls cut. A fun, fast read perfect for early chapter-book fans who like humor and a touch of magic.

Setting: an elementary school and a movie set in a small town

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quiet on the set! right for my child?

Yes — Quiet on the set! 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 friendship, identity, teamwork.

How long does it take to read Quiet on the set!?

At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Quiet on the set! takes around 1.3h to finish. The book has 10,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does Quiet on the set! have an AR quiz?

Yes — Quiet on the set! 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 Quiet on the set!?

Quiet on the set! 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.