What's the Matter With Herbie Jones? (Herbie Jones)
by Suzy Kline
Putnam Juvenile 2002
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- school life
- empathy
- honesty
- self-confidence
- problem-solving
- family
About this book
Herbie Jones just isn’t himself—snappier, quieter, and distracted—and everyone at school wants to know why. Between keeping up with his best friend Raymond and dealing with classmate Annabelle, Herbie’s got a worry he’s not ready to share. Suzy Kline’s warm, funny chapter book captures everyday school dramas with lots of heart and humor. Perfect for emerging chapter-book readers who enjoy realistic stories about friendships and feelings.
Setting: contemporary elementary school and neighborhood
Frequently Asked Questions
Is What's the Matter With Herbie Jones? (Herbie Jones) right for my child?
Yes — What's the Matter With Herbie Jones? (Herbie Jones) is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.8, 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, school life, empathy.
How long does it take to read What's the Matter With Herbie Jones? (Herbie Jones)?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, What's the Matter With Herbie Jones? (Herbie Jones) takes around 2.2h to finish. The book has 18,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does What's the Matter With Herbie Jones? (Herbie Jones) have an AR quiz?
Yes — What's the Matter With Herbie Jones? (Herbie Jones) has an AR quiz available, worth 2 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 What's the Matter With Herbie Jones? (Herbie Jones)?
What's the Matter With Herbie Jones? (Herbie Jones) has an AR reading level of 3.8, 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.