Meet Julie
An American Girl
American Girl Publishing Incorporated 2007
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- gender equality
- sports
- family change
- perseverance
- independence
- standing up for what’s right
About this book
Set in 1974 San Francisco, Meet Julie introduces Julie Albright as she adjusts to her parents’ divorce, a new home, and a new school. Julie loves basketball and pushes for a fair chance to play—even if it means trying out for the boys’ team. Along the way, she leans on her friendship with Ivy and learns to speak up for what’s right. Kids enjoy the fast-paced sports moments, strong sense of time and place, and a determined heroine who stands up for equality.
Setting: San Francisco, mid-1970s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meet Julie right for my child?
Yes — Meet Julie is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.5, 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, gender equality, sports.
How long does it take to read Meet Julie?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Meet Julie takes around 1.1h to finish. The book has 9,800 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Meet Julie have an AR quiz?
Yes — Meet Julie has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 Meet Julie?
Meet Julie has an AR reading level of 4.5, 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.