Shoo, Fly Guy!
by Tedd Arnold
Cartwheel Books 2006
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- loyalty
- problem-solving
- perseverance
- pets and pet care
- acceptance
- humor
About this book
Buzz and his talkative pet fly are the best of friends—until everyone keeps trying to shoo Fly Guy away! Short, punchy sentences and lots of picture clues make this a confidence-building read for new readers. Kids love the silly humor, expressive art, and the surprising things a tiny fly can do. Perfect for kindergarten through second grade fans of funny, easy-to-read stories.
Setting: contemporary neighborhood and everyday places
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shoo, Fly Guy! right for my child?
Yes — Shoo, Fly Guy! is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.5, which is typical for 1st 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, loyalty, problem-solving.
How long does it take to read Shoo, Fly Guy!?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Shoo, Fly Guy! takes around 4m to finish. The book has 330 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Shoo, Fly Guy! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Shoo, Fly Guy! 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 Shoo, Fly Guy!?
Shoo, Fly Guy! has an AR reading level of 1.5, which places it at a 1st 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.