A Little Princess By Frances Hodgson Burnett (Annotated) Fiction Novel
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
- empathy
About this book
Sara Crewe is a bright, imaginative girl who arrives at Miss Minchin’s Select Seminary in London with a warm heart and a rich inner world. When sudden misfortune turns her from star pupil to servant, she leans on kindness, storytelling, and courage to endure harsh treatment. This classic novel highlights empathy and resilience without heavy scares, making it a strong choice for independent readers and family read-alouds. Kids love Sara’s optimism, memorable side characters, and the satisfying turn of events.
Setting: Victorian London, primarily a girls’ boarding school and its attic rooms
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is A Little Princess By Frances Hodgson Burnett (Annotated) Fiction Novel right for my child?
Yes — A Little Princess By Frances Hodgson Burnett (Annotated) Fiction Novel 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 Frances Hodgson Burnett (Annotated) Fiction Novel?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, A Little Princess By Frances Hodgson Burnett (Annotated) Fiction Novel takes around 7.8h to finish. The book has 82,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does A Little Princess By Frances Hodgson Burnett (Annotated) Fiction Novel have an AR quiz?
Yes — A Little Princess By Frances Hodgson Burnett (Annotated) Fiction Novel 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) Fiction Novel?
A Little Princess By Frances Hodgson Burnett (Annotated) Fiction Novel 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.