Centerburg tales
Viking Press 1984
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- ingenuity
- community
- small-town life
- problem-solving
- humor
- responsibility
- entrepreneurship
- resourcefulness
About this book
This classic companion to Homer Price gathers more tall, funny adventures set in the small town of Centerburg. Homer’s clever problem-solving and knack for inventions lead to mishaps with doughnuts, contests, and colorful townsfolk. The stories are lighthearted, episodic, and packed with gentle humor, making them perfect for independent readers ready for longer chapters. Kids enjoy the quirky situations, smart solutions, and Robert McCloskey’s timeless illustrations.
Setting: Centerburg, a mid-20th-century small town in Ohio
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centerburg tales right for my child?
Yes — Centerburg tales is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.5, which is typical for 6th 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 ingenuity, community, small-town life.
How long does it take to read Centerburg tales?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Centerburg tales takes around 3.6h to finish. The book has 38,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Centerburg tales have an AR quiz?
Yes — Centerburg tales has an AR quiz available, worth 6 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 Centerburg tales?
Centerburg tales has an AR reading level of 6.5, which places it at a 6th 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.