Party Time
Simon & Schuster Children's 2015
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- popularity
- bullying
- first crush
- self-confidence
- fitting in
- school life
- humor
About this book
Nikki Maxwell is back with more laugh-out-loud diary entries as she juggles friendships, crushes, and the drama of planning parties and school events. Mean girl MacKenzie isn’t making things easy, and Nikki’s not-so-perfect plans keep colliding in hilarious ways. Told with doodles and lots of humor, it’s a relatable peek into middle school life. Perfect for fans of funny, diary-style stories about fitting in and finding your voice.
Setting: contemporary American middle school and home
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Party Time right for my child?
Yes — Party Time is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.4, 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, popularity, bullying.
How long does it take to read Party Time?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Party Time takes around 2.9h to finish. The book has 29,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Party Time have an AR quiz?
Yes — Party Time 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 Party Time?
Party Time has an AR reading level of 5.4, 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.