Dork Diaries: I Love Paris!
Jokes, drama and BFFs in the global hit series
Simon and Schuster 2023
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- rivalry and jealousy
- first crushes
- self-confidence
- creativity and music
- travel and adventure
- identity
- humor
About this book
Nikki Maxwell and her band head to Paris for a dream photo shoot filled with art, croissants, and a little bit of romance. Between practicing her French and spending time with Brandon, Nikki’s plans get complicated when rival MacKenzie stirs up trouble—and a charming old friend reappears. With her signature doodles and laugh-out-loud drama, Nikki navigates friendship, crushes, and confidence in the City of Light. Perfect for tweens who love funny diary-style stories with heart and plenty of BFF moments.
Setting: contemporary Paris, France
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dork Diaries: I Love Paris! right for my child?
Yes — Dork Diaries: I Love Paris! 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 friendship, rivalry and jealousy, first crushes.
How long does it take to read Dork Diaries: I Love Paris!?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Dork Diaries: I Love Paris! takes around 2.8h to finish. The book has 28,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Dork Diaries: I Love Paris! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Dork Diaries: I Love Paris! 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 Dork Diaries: I Love Paris!?
Dork Diaries: I Love Paris! 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.