This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall!
Scholastic Inc. 2014
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- pranks and mischief
- teamwork
- rebellion vs. authority
- school life
- ingenuity
- loyalty
About this book
Best friends Bruno and Boots are the kings of mischief at Macdonald Hall, a lively boys’ boarding school across from Miss Scrimmage’s. When the headmaster separates them to curb their pranks, the duo hatches ever-more-creative schemes to get their room—and partnership—back. Fast-paced chapters, witty banter, and escalating hijinks keep readers laughing. Perfect for middle graders who love school stories, teamwork, and clever capers.
Setting: A contemporary boys’ boarding school in Ontario, Canada (Macdonald Hall) and the neighboring girls’ academy
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall! right for my child?
Yes — This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall! is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5, which is typical for 5th 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, pranks and mischief, teamwork.
How long does it take to read This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall!?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall! takes around 2.7h to finish. The book has 27,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall! have an AR quiz?
Yes — This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall! has an AR quiz available, worth 4 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 This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall!?
This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall! has an AR reading level of 5, which places it at a 5th 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.