Fourth grade is a jinx
by Colleen O'Shaughnessy McKenna
Tandem Library 1989
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- school life
- self-confidence
- superstition and luck
- resilience
- family dynamics
- fitting in
- humor
About this book
A fourth-grade year that starts with one embarrassing mishap after another has its heroine wondering if she’s a jinx. Between classroom blunders, friendship mix-ups, and family frustrations, she tries everything to turn her luck around. With lots of humor and everyday school drama, this story captures how it feels to find your footing when nothing seems to go right. Perfect for readers who enjoy realistic school stories with a spirited, relatable main character.
Setting: a suburban elementary school, late 1980s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fourth grade is a jinx right for my child?
Yes — Fourth grade is a jinx is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.3, 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, school life, self-confidence.
How long does it take to read Fourth grade is a jinx?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Fourth grade is a jinx takes around 3.5h to finish. The book has 31,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Fourth grade is a jinx have an AR quiz?
Yes — Fourth grade is a jinx 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 Fourth grade is a jinx?
Fourth grade is a jinx has an AR reading level of 4.3, 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.