Henry and the Clubhouse
Perfection Learning 2014
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- responsibility
- inclusion and exclusion
- growing up
- community
- problem-solving
- gender roles
- perseverance
About this book
Henry Huggins is proud of the neighborhood clubhouse he and his friends built—right down to the No Girls Allowed sign. But keeping a club running isn’t easy, especially with Beezus and the unstoppable Ramona finding ways to get involved. Between delivering papers, managing responsibilities, and learning what makes a real team, Henry discovers that rules—and friendships—sometimes need to change. Fans of Beverly Cleary will enjoy the humor, everyday adventures, and big heart in this classic story.
Setting: a Portland, Oregon neighborhood, mid-20th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Henry and the Clubhouse right for my child?
Yes — Henry and the Clubhouse is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.2, 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, responsibility, inclusion and exclusion.
How long does it take to read Henry and the Clubhouse?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Henry and the Clubhouse takes around 3.3h to finish. The book has 33,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Henry and the Clubhouse have an AR quiz?
Yes — Henry and the Clubhouse has an AR quiz available, worth 5 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 Henry and the Clubhouse?
Henry and the Clubhouse has an AR reading level of 5.2, 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.