Sixth-Grade Sleepover
by Eve Bunting
Bt Bound 1986
Easy read — content targets 4th–8th grade
Reading level 3.8 (3rd grade) but themes aimed at ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- fitting in
- jealousy
- peer pressure
- honesty
- forgiveness
- empathy
- growing up
About this book
Sixth-Grade Sleepover follows a group of girls navigating invitations, secrets, and shifting loyalties as they plan a much-anticipated slumber party. Eve Bunting captures the ups and downs of middle-school friendships with humor and heart, showing how easy it is to feel left out—and how important it is to make things right. The story is accessible and fast-paced, perfect for readers ready for realistic friendship drama without heavy content. Kids enjoy the relatable characters, the authentic school-and-sleepover setting, and the gentle suspense of a night that doesn’t go exactly as planned.
Setting: a suburban American neighborhood and sixth-grade classroom, contemporary (1980s)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sixth-Grade Sleepover right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Sixth-Grade Sleepover. The reading level is AR 3.8, 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, jealousy.
How long does it take to read Sixth-Grade Sleepover?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Sixth-Grade Sleepover takes around 2.2h to finish. The book has 18,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Sixth-Grade Sleepover have an AR quiz?
Yes — Sixth-Grade Sleepover 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 Sixth-Grade Sleepover?
Sixth-Grade Sleepover has an AR reading level of 3.8, 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.