A Little Princess By Burnett The New Annotated Edition
2020
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- resilience
- kindness
- imagination
- friendship
- class and privilege
- hope
- identity
- generosity
About this book
Sara Crewe arrives at a London boarding school with a vivid imagination and a generous heart, only to face a sudden reversal of fortune. Through kindness, resilience, and make-believe, she navigates hardship and holds on to her sense of dignity. This classic appeals to readers who enjoy heartfelt, character-driven stories and strong heroines. Ideal for middle-grade readers ready for rich language and timeless themes.
Setting: late-Victorian London boarding school, with ties to colonial India
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Little Princess By Burnett The New Annotated Edition right for my child?
Yes — A Little Princess By Burnett The New Annotated Edition is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6, which is typical for 6th 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 resilience, kindness, imagination.
How long does it take to read A Little Princess By Burnett The New Annotated Edition?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, A Little Princess By Burnett The New Annotated Edition takes around 5.9h to finish. The book has 61,700 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does A Little Princess By Burnett The New Annotated Edition have an AR quiz?
Yes — A Little Princess By Burnett The New Annotated Edition has an AR quiz available, worth 11 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 A Little Princess By Burnett The New Annotated Edition?
A Little Princess By Burnett The New Annotated Edition has an AR reading level of 6, which places it at a 6th 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.