The Secret Garden (Annotated, Illustrated)
2018
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- healing and renewal
- friendship
- grief and loss
- nature’s restorative power
- independence
- self-discovery
- empathy
- secrets
About this book
When prickly, lonely Mary Lennox is sent to live at a sprawling manor on the Yorkshire moors, she stumbles upon a locked, neglected garden—and the chance to change her life. As she explores the estate and makes unexpected friends, Mary slowly learns empathy, responsibility, and hope. The story highlights the healing power of nature and friendship, with gentle suspense and uplifting discoveries. A timeless classic that engages independent readers who enjoy character growth and atmospheric settings.
Setting: a secluded manor on the Yorkshire moors, early 1900s England
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Secret Garden (Annotated, Illustrated) right for my child?
Yes — The Secret Garden (Annotated, Illustrated) is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.3, which is typical for 6th 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 healing and renewal, friendship, grief and loss.
How long does it take to read The Secret Garden (Annotated, Illustrated)?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, The Secret Garden (Annotated, Illustrated) takes around 7.6h to finish. The book has 80,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Secret Garden (Annotated, Illustrated) have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Secret Garden (Annotated, Illustrated) has an AR quiz available, worth 13 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 Secret Garden (Annotated, Illustrated)?
The Secret Garden (Annotated, Illustrated) has an AR reading level of 6.3, which places it at a 6th 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.