King George: What Was His Problem?
The Whole Hilarious Story of the American Revolution
Square Fish 2009
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- revolution and independence
- leadership and decision-making
- courage and resilience
- freedom vs. authority
- strategy and tactics
- perspective and bias
- patriotism and loyalty
- humor in history
About this book
Steve Sheinkin tells the American Revolution like a fast, funny adventure, packed with quirky anecdotes, lively quotes, and surprising details you won’t find in most textbooks. From King George’s missteps to daring colonial escapades, readers get a clear, engaging look at how the conflict unfolded on both sides of the Atlantic. The short sections, humor, and vivid storytelling make complex history easy to follow and fun to read. Great for middle graders who like true stories, history, or a good laugh with their learning.
Setting: the American colonies and Great Britain during the Revolutionary era (1760s–1783)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is King George: What Was His Problem? right for my child?
Yes — King George: What Was His Problem? is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.2, which is typical for 6th 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 revolution and independence, leadership and decision-making, courage and resilience.
How long does it take to read King George: What Was His Problem??
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, King George: What Was His Problem? takes around 3.8h to finish. The book has 40,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does King George: What Was His Problem? have an AR quiz?
Yes — King George: What Was His Problem? has an AR quiz available, worth 6 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 King George: What Was His Problem??
King George: What Was His Problem? has an AR reading level of 6.2, which places it at a 6th 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.