Princess Sonora and the long sleep
Scholastic Inc. 2001
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- fairy-tale retelling
- intelligence and knowledge
- destiny vs. choice
- patience and time
- family and love
- identity
- humor
- magic
About this book
In this witty twist on Sleeping Beauty, brainy Princess Sonora is blessed with extraordinary intelligence—and a talent for sharing it. When a familiar curse threatens her kingdom, events unfold with plenty of humor and clever surprises. Gail Carson Levine’s light, playful style makes this a great pick for readers who enjoy fractured fairy tales and strong, quirky heroines. Perfect for grades 3–6 looking for a quick, funny fantasy read.
Setting: a whimsical medieval-style fairy-tale kingdom
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Princess Sonora and the long sleep right for my child?
Yes — Princess Sonora and the long sleep is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.6, 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 fairy-tale retelling, intelligence and knowledge, destiny vs. choice.
How long does it take to read Princess Sonora and the long sleep?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Princess Sonora and the long sleep takes around 1.7h to finish. The book has 15,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Princess Sonora and the long sleep have an AR quiz?
Yes — Princess Sonora and the long sleep 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 Princess Sonora and the long sleep?
Princess Sonora and the long sleep has an AR reading level of 4.6, 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.