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The New Club

by Winston White, Houghton, Mifflin and Company

2004

Great fit for 1st grade

Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9

1st grade English Book clubs
16
Pages
0.5
AR Points
4m
Read time
AR Quiz Available
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Genre

Realistic Fiction

Themes

  • friendship
  • inclusion
  • initiative
  • creativity
  • leadership
  • problem-solving
  • school life
  • teamwork

About this book

Horace wants to join a club at school, but none of them feel quite right—so he comes up with his own! This simple, upbeat story shows kids how to take initiative and include others. With short text and friendly school scenes, it’s perfect for emerging readers practicing confidence and problem-solving. Young readers will enjoy seeing a big idea grow from a small spark.

Setting: a contemporary elementary school

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The New Club right for my child?

Yes — The New Club is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.2, 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, inclusion, initiative.

How long does it take to read The New Club?

At a typical 1st grade reading pace, The New Club takes around 4m to finish. The book has 300 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does The New Club have an AR quiz?

Yes — The New Club 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 The New Club?

The New Club has an AR reading level of 1.2, 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.