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The 39-Storey Treehouse

Colour Edition!

by Andy Griffiths

2024

Easy read — content targets 4th–8th grade

Reading level 2.8 (2nd grade) but themes aimed at ages 9–14

2nd grade English
2
AR Points
2.2h
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Humorous Fiction

Themes

  • imagination and creativity
  • friendship
  • teamwork
  • problem-solving
  • perseverance
  • storytelling
  • humor
  • chaos vs. order

About this book

Andy and Terry live in an ever-expanding, 39-storey treehouse filled with outrageous rooms and nonstop surprises. When a deadline looms, their wild imaginations send them on goofy, fast-paced adventures that spiral hilariously out of control. Short chapters, tons of cartoons, and silly humor make this a fun pick for developing and reluctant readers. Perfect for kids who love laugh-out-loud stories and visual gags.

Setting: a giant, anything-goes multi-level treehouse in the present day

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The 39-Storey Treehouse right for my child?

It depends — here's what to consider for The 39-Storey Treehouse. The reading level is AR 2.8, which is typical for 2nd 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 imagination and creativity, friendship, teamwork.

How long does it take to read The 39-Storey Treehouse?

At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, The 39-Storey Treehouse takes around 2.2h to finish. The book has 16,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does The 39-Storey Treehouse have an AR quiz?

Yes — The 39-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 39-Storey Treehouse?

The 39-Storey Treehouse has an AR reading level of 2.8, which places it at a 2nd 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.