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The 156-Storey Treehouse

Festive Frolics and Sneaky Snowmen!

by Andy Griffiths

Pan Macmillan 2022

Easy read — content targets 4th–8th grade

Reading level 3.7 (3rd grade) but themes aimed at ages 9–14

3rd grade English Juvenile Fiction
265
Pages
2
AR Points
2.2h
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Humor

Themes

  • friendship
  • teamwork
  • creativity
  • imagination
  • problem-solving
  • holiday spirit
  • perseverance
  • adventure

About this book

It’s holiday time in the ever-expanding treehouse, where Andy and Terry have added 13 more wildly inventive levels—think wishing wells, record-breaking rooms, a TV quiz show, and plenty of snow-filled surprises. Fast, funny chapters and cartoon-style illustrations make this a breezy read that keeps kids laughing and turning pages. Perfect for fans of over-the-top humor and visual gags, it’s especially inviting for reluctant readers. Expect madcap inventions, playful wordplay, and festive chaos with a big heart.

Setting: a gigantic, ever-growing multi-level treehouse during the winter holiday season

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The 156-Storey Treehouse right for my child?

It depends — here's what to consider for The 156-Storey Treehouse. The reading level is AR 3.7, 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, teamwork, creativity.

How long does it take to read The 156-Storey Treehouse?

At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, The 156-Storey Treehouse takes around 2.2h to finish. The book has 18,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does The 156-Storey Treehouse have an AR quiz?

Yes — The 156-Storey Treehouse 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 The 156-Storey Treehouse?

The 156-Storey Treehouse has an AR reading level of 3.7, 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.