The Big Race Lace Case
A QUIX Book
by Paul DuBois Jacobs, Jennifer Swender
Aladdin 2020
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- problem-solving
- friendship
- teamwork
- perseverance
- community
- sportsmanship
- responsibility
- humor
About this book
Mack Rhino is a rhinoceros private eye gearing up for his 100th case with sidekick Redd Oxpeck. When a big town race is thrown into chaos by missing sneaker laces, the duo must follow the clues, question suspects, and crack the caper before the starting whistle blows.
Setting: An animal-inhabited town during a community footrace, from Mack Rhino’s detective office to the racecourse and surrounding streets.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Big Race Lace Case right for my child?
Yes — The Big Race Lace Case is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3, 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 problem-solving, friendship, teamwork.
How long does it take to read The Big Race Lace Case?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, The Big Race Lace Case takes around 24m to finish. The book has 3,300 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Big Race Lace Case have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Big Race Lace Case 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 Big Race Lace Case?
The Big Race Lace Case has an AR reading level of 3, 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.