Granny Torrelli Makes Soup
HarperFestival 2022
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- jealousy
- forgiveness
- family
- cultural heritage
- empathy
- communication
- food and tradition
About this book
Rosie and her best friend Bailey have hit a rough patch, and Granny Torrelli knows just what might help: a day in the kitchen making soup and cavatelli while sharing old stories full of humor and heart. As the sauce simmers, Granny’s gentle wisdom helps Rosie see her friendship in a new light. Warm, short chapters and lively dialogue make this an inviting read for middle-grade readers. Kids enjoy the cozy family scenes, food, and the relatable ups and downs of friendship.
Setting: a contemporary Italian-American neighborhood and kitchen in the United States
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Granny Torrelli Makes Soup right for my child?
Yes — Granny Torrelli Makes Soup 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, jealousy, forgiveness.
How long does it take to read Granny Torrelli Makes Soup?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Granny Torrelli Makes Soup takes around 2.2h to finish. The book has 20,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Granny Torrelli Makes Soup have an AR quiz?
Yes — Granny Torrelli Makes Soup 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 Granny Torrelli Makes Soup?
Granny Torrelli Makes Soup 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.