Tales from a Not-So-Best Friend Forever
2019
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- Friendship and loyalty
- Rivalry and jealousy
- Fame and celebrity culture
- Social media and image
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Self-confidence and resilience
- Problem-solving under pressure
- Honesty and integrity
- Following your dreams
- Humor in everyday life
About this book
Nikki Maxwell heads out on a dream summer tour as her band opens for the Bad Boyz, but the excitement turns chaotic when frenemy MacKenzie Hollister joins the tour—and becomes Nikki’s unexpected roommate. Between backstage drama, social media mishaps, and band tensions, Nikki must keep her cool, her friendships, and her music on track.
Setting: Contemporary summer concert tour across multiple cities—tour buses, arenas, backstage areas, hotels, and online/social media spaces.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tales from a Not-So-Best Friend Forever right for my child?
Yes — Tales from a Not-So-Best Friend Forever is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.3, 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 and loyalty, Rivalry and jealousy, Fame and celebrity culture.
How long does it take to read Tales from a Not-So-Best Friend Forever?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Tales from a Not-So-Best Friend Forever takes around 2.9h to finish. The book has 28,600 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Tales from a Not-So-Best Friend Forever have an AR quiz?
Yes — Tales from a Not-So-Best Friend Forever has an AR quiz available, worth 4 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 Tales from a Not-So-Best Friend Forever?
Tales from a Not-So-Best Friend Forever has an AR reading level of 5.3, 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.