Amelia's 7th-Grade Notebook (Amelia)
by Marissa Moss
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books 2007
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- fitting in
- identity and self-expression
- growing up
- family
- resilience
- school life
- humor
About this book
Told in Amelia’s trademark hand-lettered, doodle-filled style, this notebook follows her first year of middle school. As seventh grade brings tougher classes, changing friendships, and new responsibilities, Amelia uses her journal to make sense of it all with humor and honesty. The accessible, visual format appeals to diary and graphic-journal fans, while the realistic middle-school moments resonate with readers in grades 4–7. It’s a quick, funny read that reassures kids they’re not alone in navigating school and growing up.
Setting: contemporary suburban middle school and home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Amelia's 7th-Grade Notebook (Amelia) right for my child?
Yes — Amelia's 7th-Grade Notebook (Amelia) is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.3, 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, fitting in, identity and self-expression.
How long does it take to read Amelia's 7th-Grade Notebook (Amelia)?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Amelia's 7th-Grade Notebook (Amelia) takes around 53m to finish. The book has 8,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Amelia's 7th-Grade Notebook (Amelia) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Amelia's 7th-Grade Notebook (Amelia) has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 Amelia's 7th-Grade Notebook (Amelia)?
Amelia's 7th-Grade Notebook (Amelia) has an AR reading level of 4.3, 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.