What Mr. Mattero did
Dutton Children's Books 2005
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 4.6 (4th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- loyalty
- truth and honesty
- courage
- peer pressure
- justice and fairness
- rumors and reputation
- ethics and responsibility
- community
About this book
When a favorite teacher is accused of doing something terribly wrong, a close-knit middle school is thrown into turmoil. Caught between loyalty and conscience, a student must decide what to believe and whether to speak up as rumors spread and friendships fray. This contemporary story explores how one choice can ripple through a community. Readers who like realistic, issue-driven novels will be drawn to the suspense and moral questions without graphic content.
Setting: a small-town middle school in contemporary Maryland
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is What Mr. Mattero did right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for What Mr. Mattero did. The reading level is AR 4.6, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 11+ (6th grade and up). Themes include loyalty, truth and honesty, courage.
How long does it take to read What Mr. Mattero did?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, What Mr. Mattero did takes around 5.8h to finish. The book has 52,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does What Mr. Mattero did have an AR quiz?
Yes — What Mr. Mattero did has an AR quiz available, worth 7 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 Mr. Mattero did?
What Mr. Mattero did has an AR reading level of 4.6, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+) — 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.