Skippyjon Jones and the big bones
Dutton Juvenile 2008
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- imagination
- identity
- curiosity
- bravery
- friendship
- language and wordplay
- adventure
- family
About this book
Skippyjon Jones, a Siamese kitten with a giant imagination, turns into his alter ego Skippito and heads off on a dino-sized adventure. Packed with bouncy rhymes, playful Spanish phrases, and goofy humor, this picture book keeps young readers laughing while they read along. It’s perfect for kids who love dinosaurs, make-believe, and high-energy read-alouds. Great for kindergarten to second grade listeners and early readers building vocabulary and confidence.
Setting: a family home that transforms into a playful, prehistoric landscape in Skippyjon’s imagination
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Skippyjon Jones and the big bones right for my child?
Yes — Skippyjon Jones and the big bones is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.2, 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 imagination, identity, curiosity.
How long does it take to read Skippyjon Jones and the big bones?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Skippyjon Jones and the big bones takes around 9m to finish. The book has 1,150 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Skippyjon Jones and the big bones have an AR quiz?
Yes — Skippyjon Jones and the big bones 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 Skippyjon Jones and the big bones?
Skippyjon Jones and the big bones has an AR reading level of 3.2, 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.