Frenemies Forever
by Rachel Renée Russell, Nikki Russell, Erin Russell
Simon & Schuster Children's 2017
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
- frenemies
- fitting in
- bullying
- self-confidence
- teamwork
- school life
About this book
Nikki Maxwell spends a week at the ultra-posh North Hampton Hills and quickly learns it’s ruled by queen bee Tiffany. To make it through the drama, Nikki might need to team up with her longtime rival, MacKenzie—if they can stop sniping long enough to work together. Packed with doodles, diary entries, and plenty of laughs, this story explores the ups and downs of middle school social life. Perfect for fans of funny, friendship-filled diaries.
Setting: contemporary suburban private school (North Hampton Hills)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Frenemies Forever right for my child?
Yes — Frenemies Forever is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.4, 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, frenemies.
How long does it take to read Frenemies Forever?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Frenemies Forever takes around 2.9h to finish. The book has 29,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Frenemies Forever have an AR quiz?
Yes — Frenemies Forever 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 Frenemies Forever?
Frenemies Forever has an AR reading level of 5.4, 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.