Young Bobby
by Dave Sargent
Ozark Pubns 2004
Great fit for 1st grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- family
- responsibility
- confidence
- trying your best
- kindness
- everyday life
- problem-solving
About this book
Young Bobby is a simple, confidence-building early reader that follows a little boy through a day of helping at home, trying new tasks, and making good choices. Short sentences, repetition, and supportive illustrations make it accessible for beginning readers. Kids relate to Bobby’s everyday experiences and enjoy the gentle humor and encouraging tone. It’s a good pick for kindergarten and first-grade readers practicing sight words and fluency.
Setting: contemporary home and neighborhood
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Young Bobby right for my child?
Yes — Young Bobby is a great fit for 1st grade. The reading level is AR 1.3, which is typical for 1st 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, responsibility, confidence.
How long does it take to read Young Bobby?
At a typical 1st grade reading pace, Young Bobby takes around 6m to finish. The book has 450 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Young Bobby have an AR quiz?
Yes — Young Bobby 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 Young Bobby?
Young Bobby has an AR reading level of 1.3, which places it at a 1st 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.