This Place Has No Atmosphere
Penguin Young Readers Group 1986
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- moving and relocation
- identity
- family relationships
- friendship
- adaptation and change
- coming of age
- technology and society
- resilience
About this book
When a popular eighth-grader learns her scientist parents are moving the family to a colony on the Moon, she’s sure her social life is ruined forever. Life in domes, low gravity, and long-distance friendships feel impossible—until she starts to find new ways to be herself. With humor and heart, the story explores what it means to adapt, stay connected, and chase your passions in a totally new place. Great for middle school readers who like realistic feelings with a fun sci‑fi twist.
Setting: a lunar colony on the Moon, near-future (mid-21st century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is This Place Has No Atmosphere right for my child?
Yes — This Place Has No Atmosphere is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.9, 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 moving and relocation, identity, family relationships.
How long does it take to read This Place Has No Atmosphere?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, This Place Has No Atmosphere takes around 4.0h to finish. The book has 36,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does This Place Has No Atmosphere have an AR quiz?
Yes — This Place Has No Atmosphere has an AR quiz available, worth 5 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 Place Has No Atmosphere?
This Place Has No Atmosphere has an AR reading level of 4.9, 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.