My sister is driving me crazy
by Mary E. Ryan
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 1993
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- sibling rivalry
- family dynamics
- identity
- friendship
- communication
- growing up
- empathy
- humor
About this book
A funny, true-to-life story about a middle-schooler who feels like her sister is always in her space, her business, and her way. Between school drama, family rules, and sharing just about everything, she’s desperate to carve out her own identity. With a warm voice and lots of humor, the book explores how sisters can drive each other crazy—and still have each other’s backs. Perfect for readers who enjoy realistic family stories with big feelings and laughs.
Setting: contemporary suburban United States, home and middle school
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is My sister is driving me crazy right for my child?
Yes — My sister is driving me crazy 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 sibling rivalry, family dynamics, identity.
How long does it take to read My sister is driving me crazy?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, My sister is driving me crazy takes around 5.8h to finish. The book has 52,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does My sister is driving me crazy have an AR quiz?
Yes — My sister is driving me crazy has an AR quiz available, worth 7 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 My sister is driving me crazy?
My sister is driving me crazy 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.