Stolen Jewels
A QUIX Book
by Helen Perelman
Simon and Schuster 2019
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- teamwork
- problem-solving
- responsibility
- honesty
- perseverance
- mystery
About this book
Princess Mini can’t wait to see the glittering Sugar Crown Jewels on a class trip to the Chocolate Museum—until the jewels go missing! With her friends from the Royal Fairy Academy, Mini follows clues and uses teamwork to untangle the mystery. Short chapters, plenty of illustrations, and a sweet candy-themed world make this an inviting pick for developing readers. Perfect for kids who like gentle mysteries, fairies, and friendship-filled adventures.
Setting: a magical, candy-themed fairy kingdom—the Royal Fairy Academy and the Chocolate Museum
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stolen Jewels right for my child?
Yes — Stolen Jewels is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.6, 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, teamwork, problem-solving.
How long does it take to read Stolen Jewels?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Stolen Jewels takes around 48m to finish. The book has 6,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Stolen Jewels have an AR quiz?
Yes — Stolen Jewels 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 Stolen Jewels?
Stolen Jewels has an AR reading level of 3.6, 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.