The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain (Action & Adventure) "The Annotated Edition"
by Mark Twain
2020
Great fit for 8th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- mischief
- coming of age
- courage
- freedom vs. society
- moral choices
- community/small-town life
- adventure
About this book
This classic follows mischievous Tom Sawyer as he navigates small-town life on the Mississippi River with pranks, daring escapades, and steadfast friendships. Readers meet Huck Finn, Becky Thatcher, and a cast of vivid townsfolk as Tom learns about responsibility, courage, and right and wrong. Ideal for strong middle-grade readers who enjoy adventure and humor, it offers rich language and timeless scenes that continue to captivate. Parents appreciate its classic status and opportunities for discussion about character and choices.
Setting: St. Petersburg, Missouri (a Mississippi River town), 1840s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain (Action & Adventure) "The Annotated Edition" right for my child?
Yes — The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain (Action & Adventure) "The Annotated Edition" is a great fit for 8th grade. The reading level is AR 8.1, which is typical for 8th 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, mischief, coming of age.
How long does it take to read The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain (Action & Adventure) "The Annotated Edition"?
At a typical 8th grade reading pace, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain (Action & Adventure) "The Annotated Edition" takes around 6.7h to finish. The book has 70,570 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain (Action & Adventure) "The Annotated Edition" have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain (Action & Adventure) "The Annotated Edition" has an AR quiz available, worth 12 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 Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain (Action & Adventure) "The Annotated Edition"?
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain (Action & Adventure) "The Annotated Edition" has an AR reading level of 8.1, which places it at a 8th 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.