Angela and the broken heart
Scholastic, Incorporated 1992
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- first crush
- friendship
- jealousy
- growing up
- family relationships
- self-discovery
- communication
- empathy
About this book
Angela is sure she understands love—until real feelings, mixed messages, and middle-school drama leave her with a very tender heart. Between best-friend loyalties, confusing crushes, and trying to do the right thing, she learns that caring for people isn’t always simple. Funny, honest moments balance the tougher ones as Angela figures out how to listen to her heart without losing herself. A great pick for readers who enjoy realistic school stories and friendship dilemmas.
Setting: suburban middle school and neighborhood, early 1990s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Angela and the broken heart right for my child?
Yes — Angela and the broken heart is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.5, 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 first crush, friendship, jealousy.
How long does it take to read Angela and the broken heart?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Angela and the broken heart takes around 3.1h to finish. The book has 28,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Angela and the broken heart have an AR quiz?
Yes — Angela and the broken heart has an AR quiz available, worth 4 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 Angela and the broken heart?
Angela and the broken heart has an AR reading level of 4.5, 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.