Falling In
Turtleback Books 2010
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- identity
- belonging
- courage
- friendship
- power of stories
- fear vs. truth
- self-discovery
- empathy
About this book
Isabelle Bean is the kind of girl who hears a buzzing in her ears and follows it—right into a school closet that drops her into another world. There, frightened villagers whisper about a child-eating witch, and Isabelle is mistaken for the trouble they’re trying to avoid. With humor and heart, this fairy-tale-flavored adventure explores what it means to find your place and your people. A great pick for thoughtful readers who enjoy imaginative worlds, clever twists, and brave, offbeat heroines.
Setting: a present-day school and a fairy-tale otherworld of forests and villages
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Falling In right for my child?
Yes — Falling In is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.1, 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 identity, belonging, courage.
How long does it take to read Falling In?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Falling In takes around 5.8h to finish. The book has 57,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Falling In have an AR quiz?
Yes — Falling In has an AR quiz available, worth 8 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 Falling In?
Falling In has an AR reading level of 5.1, 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.