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School principals

by Tracey Boraas

Bridgestone Books 1999

Great fit for 3rd grade

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

3rd grade English
24
Pages
0.5
AR Points
4m
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Nonfiction

Themes

  • community helpers
  • leadership
  • responsibility
  • school life
  • teamwork
  • problem-solving
  • citizenship

About this book

This photo-filled introduction explains what school principals do each day—helping teachers, supporting students, keeping the school safe, and making sure learning happens for everyone. Short chapters and clear text make it perfect for early elementary readers curious about how their school works. Kids enjoy seeing familiar places and jobs explained in simple, real-world terms. A helpful choice for classroom communities or career units.

Setting: contemporary U.S. schools

Frequently Asked Questions

Is School principals right for my child?

Yes — School principals 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 community helpers, leadership, responsibility.

How long does it take to read School principals?

At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, School principals takes around 4m to finish. The book has 600 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does School principals have an AR quiz?

Yes — School principals 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 School principals?

School principals 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.