Grow Up, Tahlia Wilkins!
by Karina Evans
2022
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- puberty
- friendship
- embarrassment and resilience
- growing up
- self-advocacy
- body positivity
- family support
About this book
Twelve-year-old Tahlia Wilkins is determined to make it to the biggest pool party of the year—until her first period arrives at the worst possible time. With her best friend at her side, she embarks on a hilarious, slightly chaotic quest to figure it all out without derailing her plans. This honest, laugh-out-loud story tackles puberty with warmth and humor, easing worries while keeping the fun front and center. Perfect for tweens navigating changing bodies, friendships, and the ups and downs of growing up.
Setting: contemporary suburban United States; middle school; the day of a big pool party
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grow Up, Tahlia Wilkins! right for my child?
Yes — Grow Up, Tahlia Wilkins! is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.7, 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 puberty, friendship, embarrassment and resilience.
How long does it take to read Grow Up, Tahlia Wilkins!?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Grow Up, Tahlia Wilkins! takes around 6.8h to finish. The book has 61,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Grow Up, Tahlia Wilkins! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Grow Up, Tahlia Wilkins! has an AR quiz available, worth 10 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 Grow Up, Tahlia Wilkins!?
Grow Up, Tahlia Wilkins! has an AR reading level of 4.7, 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.