'tis The Season
Scholastic Paperbacks 2012
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- family
- healing after loss
- community
- generosity
- belonging
- traditions
- resilience
About this book
As the holidays arrive in the small town of Camden Falls, sisters Flora and Ruby settle further into life with their grandmother and the cozy community around her sewing shop. The season brings school events, snow, and new traditions that help the girls heal after past losses. With close friends by their side, they discover the joy of giving and the comfort of belonging. Warm, realistic, and hopeful, this story is perfect for readers who enjoy heartfelt family and friendship tales.
Setting: the small New England town of Camden Falls during the winter holiday season (contemporary)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'tis The Season right for my child?
Yes — 'tis The Season 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 friendship, family, healing after loss.
How long does it take to read 'tis The Season?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, 'tis The Season takes around 3.8h to finish. The book has 34,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does 'tis The Season have an AR quiz?
Yes — 'tis The Season 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 'tis The Season?
'tis The Season 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.