6th Grade Nickname Game
Hachette+ORM 2017
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- identity and labels
- empathy and kindness
- consequences of teasing
- school life
- leadership
- personal growth
About this book
Best friends Jeff and Wiley are famous for handing out hilarious nicknames to everyone at school—until a sharp new classmate and a larger-than-life teacher make their joke feel a little too real. As the “nickname game” spins out of control, the boys have to decide what kind of friends and leaders they want to be. Fast-paced and funny, this story blends pranks with heart and shows how labels can stick. Great for upper elementary and middle school readers who love school stories with humor and a message.
Setting: contemporary American middle school
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 6th Grade Nickname Game right for my child?
Yes — 6th Grade Nickname Game is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.5, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include friendship, identity and labels, empathy and kindness.
How long does it take to read 6th Grade Nickname Game?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, 6th Grade Nickname Game takes around 3.5h to finish. The book has 31,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does 6th Grade Nickname Game have an AR quiz?
Yes — 6th Grade Nickname Game has an AR quiz available, worth 3 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 6th Grade Nickname Game?
6th Grade Nickname Game has an AR reading level of 4.5, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — 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.