Edwina Victorious
by Susan Bonners
Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR) 2000
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- perseverance
- self-discovery
- integrity
- competition
- family
- school life
About this book
Edwina is determined to prove there’s something she can be great at, but winning isn’t as simple as she expects. A school-wide challenge tests her friendships, her confidence, and her ideas about what success really looks like. With gentle humor and true-to-life school moments, this story follows a spirited fifth grader learning to balance ambition with kindness. Perfect for readers who enjoy realistic stories about competition, friendship, and finding your voice.
Setting: contemporary small-town United States; school and home life
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edwina Victorious right for my child?
Yes — Edwina Victorious is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.8, 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, perseverance, self-discovery.
How long does it take to read Edwina Victorious?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Edwina Victorious takes around 3.0h to finish. The book has 27,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Edwina Victorious have an AR quiz?
Yes — Edwina Victorious has an AR quiz available, worth 3 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 Edwina Victorious?
Edwina Victorious has an AR reading level of 4.8, 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.