Solomon Snow and the Stolen Jewel
by Kaye Umansky
Candlewick 2005
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- found family
- courage
- resourcefulness
- class and social inequality
- loyalty
- identity
- perseverance
About this book
In this Dickensian caper, orphan Solomon Snow and his band of loyal friends set out to recover a missing jewel that could change everything. Their quest leads them through bustling streets, country lanes, and plenty of comic mishaps, all told with a witty, tongue‑in‑cheek narration. It’s a lively adventure for confident middle-grade readers who enjoy historical settings, clever wordplay, and quirky characters. Fans of humorous mysteries and Victorian-style escapades will be hooked.
Setting: a Dickensian English town and countryside, 19th-century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Solomon Snow and the Stolen Jewel right for my child?
Yes — Solomon Snow and the Stolen Jewel is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6, which is typical for 6th 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, found family, courage.
How long does it take to read Solomon Snow and the Stolen Jewel?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Solomon Snow and the Stolen Jewel takes around 5.8h to finish. The book has 61,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Solomon Snow and the Stolen Jewel have an AR quiz?
Yes — Solomon Snow and the Stolen Jewel has an AR quiz available, worth 9 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 Solomon Snow and the Stolen Jewel?
Solomon Snow and the Stolen Jewel has an AR reading level of 6, which places it at a 6th 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.