Take Care, Good Knight
by Shelley Moore Thomas
2006
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- responsibility
- friendship
- helping others
- problem-solving
- literacy/learning to read
- kindness
- pets and animal care
About this book
Three little dragons promise to take care of the old wizard’s cats, but there’s a problem—they can’t read his instructions. Their friend, the Good Knight, helps them figure out what the cats need and how to be responsible caregivers. With simple, repeating text and warm humor, this early reader highlights the importance of reading, kindness, and problem-solving. Perfect for emerging readers who enjoy knights, dragons, and playful cat antics.
Setting: a friendly medieval kingdom with a wizard’s cottage and castle
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Take Care, Good Knight right for my child?
Yes — Take Care, Good Knight is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.2, which is typical for 2nd 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 responsibility, friendship, helping others.
How long does it take to read Take Care, Good Knight?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Take Care, Good Knight takes around 8m to finish. The book has 900 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Take Care, Good Knight have an AR quiz?
Yes — Take Care, Good Knight 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 Take Care, Good Knight?
Take Care, Good Knight has an AR reading level of 2.2, which places it at a 2nd 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.