Strawberry Hill
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers 2009
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- moving and starting over
- identity and belonging
- family
- prejudice and tolerance
- resilience
- hope
About this book
After her family moves to a street with the cheerful name Strawberry Hill, a young girl hopes her new home will bring instant happiness and friends. Set during the Great Depression, she navigates the ups and downs of starting over—finding friends, feeling left out, and discovering what it means to belong. Gentle humor and honest moments about friendship and identity make this an inviting read for middle-grade readers. Kids enjoy the warm family life, relatable school scenes, and the hopeful message that new places can become home.
Setting: suburban Connecticut, 1930s (Great Depression), neighborhood called Strawberry Hill
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Strawberry Hill right for my child?
Yes — Strawberry Hill is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.8, 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 friendship, moving and starting over, identity and belonging.
How long does it take to read Strawberry Hill?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Strawberry Hill takes around 5.5h to finish. The book has 49,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Strawberry Hill have an AR quiz?
Yes — Strawberry Hill has an AR quiz available, worth 7 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 Strawberry Hill?
Strawberry Hill has an AR reading level of 4.8, 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.