Anastasia's Chosen Career
by Lois Lowry
Yearling 1987
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- self-discovery
- confidence and self-esteem
- ambition and goals
- friendship
- family relationships
- identity
- responsibility
- humor in everyday life
About this book
Anastasia Krupnik has one week to choose a career and prove she has the poise to pursue it. Convinced she’d love running a bookstore, she also signs up for a local modeling course to boost her confidence—on a very tight deadline and budget. Between interviewing a real bookstore owner, navigating the world of Studio Charmante, and leaning on her quirky new friend Henry, Anastasia learns a lot about talent, grit, and being herself. Fans of smart, funny realistic fiction will enjoy Anastasia’s witty take on school, family, and big dreams.
Setting: Cambridge/Boston, Massachusetts, contemporary 1980s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anastasia's Chosen Career right for my child?
Yes — Anastasia's Chosen Career is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.3, which is typical for 5th 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 self-discovery, confidence and self-esteem, ambition and goals.
How long does it take to read Anastasia's Chosen Career?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Anastasia's Chosen Career takes around 3.8h to finish. The book has 38,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Anastasia's Chosen Career have an AR quiz?
Yes — Anastasia's Chosen Career has an AR quiz available, worth 5 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 Anastasia's Chosen Career?
Anastasia's Chosen Career has an AR reading level of 5.3, which places it at a 5th 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.