Incredibly Alice
Simon and Schuster 2012
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 4.9 (4th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
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Genre
Themes
- growing up
- friendship
- first love and long-distance relationships
- identity and self-discovery
- family support
- choices and consequences
- independence
- preparing for college
About this book
As Alice McKinley heads into her final semester of high school, she juggles rehearsals for the school play, deadlines for the student paper, and the uncertainty of a long-distance relationship when her boyfriend studies in Spain. With college on the horizon, Alice faces big choices about who she is and who she wants to become. Warm, honest, and often funny, this installment captures the excitement and nerves of senior year. Readers love Alice for her relatable voice and the way everyday moments feel both real and meaningful.
Setting: suburban Maryland high school and community, early 2010s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Incredibly Alice right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Incredibly Alice. The reading level is AR 4.9, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 14+ (9th–12th grade). Themes include growing up, friendship, first love and long-distance relationships.
How long does it take to read Incredibly Alice?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Incredibly Alice takes around 8.9h to finish. The book has 80,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Incredibly Alice have an AR quiz?
Yes — Incredibly Alice 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 Incredibly Alice?
Incredibly Alice has an AR reading level of 4.9, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12) — 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.