The Friendship Wish
A QUIX Book
by Debbie Dadey
Simon and Schuster 2023
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- being the new kid
- kindness
- empathy
- courage
- self-confidence
- community
- family support
- trying new things
About this book
In this first Mini Mermaid Tales Quix chapter book, Rosie, a little mermaid new to Trident City, longs for a friend. While her parents work and her Manny Nanny keeps watch, Rosie explores, dances with dolphins, builds sandcastles, and discovers the courage and kindness it takes to make a new friend in her underwater neighborhood.
Setting: Trident City, an underwater mermaid community in the ocean
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Friendship Wish right for my child?
Yes — The Friendship Wish is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.1, 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, being the new kid, kindness.
How long does it take to read The Friendship Wish?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, The Friendship Wish takes around 37m to finish. The book has 5,020 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Friendship Wish have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Friendship Wish 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 The Friendship Wish?
The Friendship Wish has an AR reading level of 3.1, 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.