Songs of faith
Scholastic 2000
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- family
- music and self-expression
- friendship
- identity
- change and resilience
- community
- hope
- faith and spirituality
About this book
Faith is a thoughtful middle-schooler finding her voice as life at home and in her neighborhood begins to shift. She leans on music, writing down lyrics and melodies that help her make sense of friendship, family, and change. With Johnson’s warm, lyrical style, this short novel invites readers to slow down and listen to the small moments that shape who we are. It’s a gentle, realistic story perfect for readers who enjoy character-driven books and themes of creativity and community.
Setting: small-town Midwest, contemporary
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Songs of faith right for my child?
Yes — Songs of faith is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.4, 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 family, music and self-expression, friendship.
How long does it take to read Songs of faith?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Songs of faith takes around 2.0h to finish. The book has 18,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Songs of faith have an AR quiz?
Yes — Songs of faith 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 Songs of faith?
Songs of faith has an AR reading level of 4.4, 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.