You're on your way, Teddy Roosevelt!
by Judith St George
Philomel Books 2004
Challenging read for K–3rd grade
Reading level 4.8 (4th grade) is above the ages 5–9 interest range
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Genre
Themes
- perseverance
- leadership
- resilience and overcoming illness
- curiosity and learning
- nature and conservation
- public service
- courage
- ambition
About this book
This lively picture-book biography follows Theodore Roosevelt from a sickly, curious boy to a determined young man who charges after big dreams. With spirited storytelling, it highlights his love of nature, grit in overcoming asthma, and growing passion for public service. Young readers meet a future president who never stops learning or exploring—an inspiring model of energy and perseverance. Perfect for elementary readers who enjoy true stories about leaders and adventurers.
Setting: United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries (New York, the Badlands, Washington, D.C.)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is You're on your way, Teddy Roosevelt! right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for You're on your way, Teddy Roosevelt!. The reading level is AR 4.8, which is typical for 4th 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 perseverance, leadership, resilience and overcoming illness.
How long does it take to read You're on your way, Teddy Roosevelt!?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, You're on your way, Teddy Roosevelt! takes around 7m to finish. The book has 1,100 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does You're on your way, Teddy Roosevelt! have an AR quiz?
Yes — You're on your way, Teddy Roosevelt! 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 You're on your way, Teddy Roosevelt!?
You're on your way, Teddy Roosevelt! has an AR reading level of 4.8, which places it at a 4th 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.