Report to the Principal's Office
Scholastic apple paperback 2008
Easy read — content targets 4th–8th grade
Reading level 3.9 (3rd grade) but themes aimed at ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- fitting in
- starting middle school
- individuality
- self-confidence
- change and transition
- humor
- school life
About this book
On the first day of middle school, four very different sixth-graders find themselves tangled in mishaps that land them in the principal’s office. Sunny misses her best friend who’s at another school, Eddie just wants to fit in, Salem plans to write her way to fame, and Pickles can’t stop inventing wild gadgets. Their stories crisscross through hallways, lockers, and lunch tables as each tries to survive the big leap to middle school. With humor and heart, Spinelli captures the jitters, laughs, and little victories of starting somewhere new.
Setting: Plumstead Middle School in a contemporary suburban U.S. town
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Report to the Principal's Office right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Report to the Principal's Office. The reading level is AR 3.9, which is typical for 3rd 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, fitting in, starting middle school.
How long does it take to read Report to the Principal's Office?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Report to the Principal's Office takes around 3.6h to finish. The book has 29,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Report to the Principal's Office have an AR quiz?
Yes — Report to the Principal's Office has an AR quiz available, worth 4 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 Report to the Principal's Office?
Report to the Principal's Office has an AR reading level of 3.9, which places it at a 3rd 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.