Dawn's big move
Scholastic 1993
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- family changes
- identity
- moving and belonging
- choices and consequences
- blended families
- independence
About this book
Dawn loves her life in Stoneybrook and her friends in the Baby-Sitters Club, but a chance to be closer to her dad and old California friends makes her wonder where she truly belongs. As she weighs a big decision, Dawn juggles babysitting jobs, changing family dynamics, and the pressure of disappointing people she cares about. Readers get a heartfelt look at how tough choices can also help you grow. Perfect for fans of friendship stories and realistic middle-grade drama.
Setting: Stoneybrook, Connecticut and Southern California, early 1990s
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dawn's big move right for my child?
Yes — Dawn's big move is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.4, 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 friendship, family changes, identity.
How long does it take to read Dawn's big move?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Dawn's big move takes around 3.7h to finish. The book has 33,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Dawn's big move have an AR quiz?
Yes — Dawn's big move 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 Dawn's big move?
Dawn's big move has an AR reading level of 4.4, 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.