Anna Sunday
Puffin Books 2004
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
Themes include war and its impact
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Genre
Themes
- family
- perseverance
- courage
- survival
- responsibility
- journey and self-reliance
- war and its impact
- sibling bonds
About this book
Set during the Civil War, Anna Sunday is the story of a brave Pennsylvania girl determined to reunite her family after tragedy strikes. With grit and a younger sibling to protect, Anna sets out on a difficult journey across canals, roads, and small towns to find her father. Along the way she meets helpers and hazards, learning what courage and responsibility really mean. Readers who enjoy historical adventures and strong heroines will be drawn to Anna’s resilience and hope.
Setting: Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic, American Civil War era (1860s)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anna Sunday right for my child?
Yes — Anna Sunday is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.2, 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 family, perseverance, courage.
How long does it take to read Anna Sunday?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Anna Sunday takes around 6.7h to finish. The book has 66,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Anna Sunday have an AR quiz?
Yes — Anna Sunday has an AR quiz available, worth 9 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 Anna Sunday?
Anna Sunday has an AR reading level of 5.2, 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.