Tales for Very Picky Eaters
by Josh Schneider, Josh Schneider, Josh Schneider
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company 2011
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- picky eating
- family
- imagination
- humor
- trying new things
- problem-solving
- parent-child relationship
About this book
A hilariously imaginative dad comes up with outrageous stories to persuade his very picky son to try new foods. Each short chapter turns a mealtime standoff into a playful adventure, keeping new readers laughing as they turn the pages. With short sentences, repeated patterns, and expressive art, it’s a great pick for emerging readers in early elementary. Kids enjoy the silly scenarios and the gentle nudge toward trying something new.
Setting: a contemporary family home and kitchen
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tales for Very Picky Eaters right for my child?
Yes — Tales for Very Picky Eaters is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.4, 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 picky eating, family, imagination.
How long does it take to read Tales for Very Picky Eaters?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Tales for Very Picky Eaters takes around 13m to finish. The book has 1,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Tales for Very Picky Eaters have an AR quiz?
Yes — Tales for Very Picky Eaters 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 Tales for Very Picky Eaters?
Tales for Very Picky Eaters has an AR reading level of 2.4, 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.