Sixth Grade Secrets
by Louis Sachar
Scholastic Paperbacks 1987
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- secrets
- honesty
- trust
- peer pressure
- leadership
- rivalry
- consequences
About this book
When sixth-grader Laura Sibbie starts a secret club called Pig City, she requires every member to hand over a personal secret as insurance. Soon a rival boys’ club forms, and the prank-filled battle of wits puts friendships—and reputations—on the line. Fast-paced and funny, this school story explores what happens when secrets get too big to handle. Perfect for upper elementary and middle school readers who enjoy humor, classroom drama, and clever twists without anything too scary.
Setting: a suburban U.S. middle school, 1980s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sixth Grade Secrets right for my child?
Yes — Sixth Grade Secrets is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.5, 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, secrets, honesty.
How long does it take to read Sixth Grade Secrets?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Sixth Grade Secrets takes around 3.9h to finish. The book has 39,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Sixth Grade Secrets have an AR quiz?
Yes — Sixth Grade Secrets has an AR quiz available, worth 6 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 Sixth Grade Secrets?
Sixth Grade Secrets has an AR reading level of 5.5, 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.