Yikes! Grandma's a teenager
Grosset & Dunlap 1999
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- family
- role reversal
- humor
- magic and the supernatural
- problem-solving
- responsibility
- identity
About this book
When Zack’s beloved grandma suddenly turns into a teenager, life gets hilariously complicated. Zack has to juggle keeping her secret while figuring out how this wild change happened—and how to fix it. Fast-paced chapters, goofy situations, and a touch of the supernatural make this a fun pick for young readers. Fans of silly, slightly spooky adventures will zip through it.
Setting: present-day New York City
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yikes! Grandma's a teenager right for my child?
Yes — Yikes! Grandma's a teenager 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 family, role reversal, humor.
How long does it take to read Yikes! Grandma's a teenager?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Yikes! Grandma's a teenager takes around 52m to finish. The book has 7,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Yikes! Grandma's a teenager have an AR quiz?
Yes — Yikes! Grandma's a teenager 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 Yikes! Grandma's a teenager?
Yikes! Grandma's a teenager 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.