The Sister Solution
by Trudi Trueit
Simon and Schuster 2015
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- sibling rivalry
- friendship
- popularity and cliques
- jealousy and insecurity
- identity and self-acceptance
- empathy
- standing up for others
- school life
About this book
When Sammi’s younger sister skips a grade and lands in Sammi’s class, life gets complicated fast. Suddenly the little sister is the one turning heads and fitting in with the popular crowd, leaving Sammi feeling invisible and jealous. But when the clique’s mean streak shows, Sammi has to decide what kind of sister—and friend—she wants to be. A funny, heartfelt school story about sisters, fitting in, and finding your own voice.
Setting: contemporary suburban middle school
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Sister Solution right for my child?
Yes — The Sister Solution is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.6, which is typical for 4th 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 sibling rivalry, friendship, popularity and cliques.
How long does it take to read The Sister Solution?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, The Sister Solution takes around 4.5h to finish. The book has 41,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Sister Solution have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Sister Solution has an AR quiz available, worth 6 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 Sister Solution?
The Sister Solution has an AR reading level of 4.6, which places it at a 4th 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.