Dawn's Family Feud
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
- blended families
- friendship
- conflict resolution
- communication
- responsibility
- empathy
- identity
- growing up
About this book
Dawn loves being part of the Baby-sitters Club, but life at home in her newly blended family isn’t always simple. When small disagreements turn into a full-on feud, Dawn has to figure out how to speak up, listen, and help bring everyone back together. With babysitting jobs that mirror the drama at home, she learns that compromise and communication can make even the toughest situations better. Fans of realistic, friendship-centered stories will enjoy Dawn’s honesty, humor, and heart.
Setting: Stoneybrook, Connecticut, early 1990s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dawn's Family Feud right for my child?
Yes — Dawn's Family Feud 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 blended families, friendship, conflict resolution.
How long does it take to read Dawn's Family Feud?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Dawn's Family Feud takes around 3.7h to finish. The book has 33,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Dawn's Family Feud have an AR quiz?
Yes — Dawn's Family Feud 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 Family Feud?
Dawn's Family Feud 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.