Boys against girls
Dell Yearling 1994
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- rivalry
- friendship
- sibling relationships
- pranks and mischief
- empathy
- community
- teamwork
- problem-solving
About this book
In this lively entry in Phyllis Reynolds Naylor’s boy–girl battle series, the Hatford brothers and the Malloy sisters keep their small West Virginia town buzzing with a new round of clever pranks and one‑upmanship. What starts as harmless teasing quickly turns into an all‑out contest to prove which side is smarter and braver. Readers will enjoy the fast pace, humor, and familiar sibling dynamics as both groups learn where to draw the line. Perfect for middle‑grade readers who like realistic school-and-neighborhood stories with plenty of laughs.
Setting: small-town West Virginia, contemporary
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boys against girls right for my child?
Yes — Boys against girls is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.9, 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 rivalry, friendship, sibling relationships.
How long does it take to read Boys against girls?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Boys against girls takes around 3.7h to finish. The book has 33,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Boys against girls have an AR quiz?
Yes — Boys against girls 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 Boys against girls?
Boys against girls has an AR reading level of 4.9, 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.