Penguin Readers Level 5: a Wrinkle in Time (ELT Graded Reader)
2021
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- family
- courage
- good vs. evil
- self-acceptance
- friendship and teamwork
- perseverance
- love and hope
- time travel
About this book
This ELT graded reader retells Madeleine L’Engle’s classic for intermediate English learners. Meg Murry, her brother Charles Wallace, and their friend Calvin travel across space and time to rescue Meg’s father and face a powerful darkness. The language is carefully simplified, with supportive illustrations and activities that build vocabulary and comprehension. It’s a fast, imaginative adventure that appeals to middle-grade readers and ELL students who enjoy science and fantasy.
Setting: contemporary small-town U.S. and distant planets/other dimensions across space-time
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Penguin Readers Level 5: a Wrinkle in Time (ELT Graded Reader) right for my child?
Yes — Penguin Readers Level 5: a Wrinkle in Time (ELT Graded Reader) is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.3, 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 family, courage, good vs. evil.
How long does it take to read Penguin Readers Level 5: a Wrinkle in Time (ELT Graded Reader)?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Penguin Readers Level 5: a Wrinkle in Time (ELT Graded Reader) takes around 1.6h to finish. The book has 14,500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Penguin Readers Level 5: a Wrinkle in Time (ELT Graded Reader) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Penguin Readers Level 5: a Wrinkle in Time (ELT Graded Reader) has an AR quiz available, worth 2 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 Penguin Readers Level 5: a Wrinkle in Time (ELT Graded Reader)?
Penguin Readers Level 5: a Wrinkle in Time (ELT Graded Reader) has an AR reading level of 4.3, 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.