A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett ''Annotated Classic 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 and empathy
- imagination
- friendship
- class and inequality
- hope
- identity
- generosity
About this book
When wealthy, imaginative Sara Crewe is sent to Miss Minchin’s boarding school, she’s treated like a star—until sudden bad news upends her life. Stripped of comfort and status, Sara leans on kindness, creativity, and inner strength to face hardship. This classic appeals to readers who enjoy heartfelt stories, strong heroines, and a touch of fairytale resilience. Perfect for middle-grade readers ready for rich language and timeless themes.
Setting: Victorian-era London, primarily a girls’ boarding school (with brief ties to colonial India)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett ''Annotated Classic Edition'' right for my child?
Yes — A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett ''Annotated Classic 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 and empathy, imagination.
How long does it take to read A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett ''Annotated Classic Edition''?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett ''Annotated Classic Edition'' takes around 6.4h to finish. The book has 67,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett ''Annotated Classic Edition'' have an AR quiz?
Yes — A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett ''Annotated Classic 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 Frances Hodgson Burnett ''Annotated Classic Edition''?
A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett ''Annotated Classic 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.