Tuck Everlasting, 50th Anniversary Edition
Farrar, Straus and Giroux (Byr) 2025
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- immortality
- coming of age
- choice and consequences
- friendship
- family
- freedom vs. security
- nature and the passage of time
About this book
When 10-year-old Winnie Foster meets the mysterious Tuck family, she discovers a spring whose water grants immortality—and a secret that could change everything. This timeless classic invites readers to think about life, death, and the choices that shape who we become, all through luminous prose and gentle suspense. Perfect for middle-grade readers who enjoy thought-provoking stories, it sparks rich discussions at home or in the classroom. Kids love its blend of mystery, heart, and big questions about what it really means to live.
Setting: the small town of Treegap and its surrounding woods, turn-of-the-20th-century America
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tuck Everlasting, 50th Anniversary Edition right for my child?
Yes — Tuck Everlasting, 50th Anniversary Edition 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 immortality, coming of age, choice and consequences.
How long does it take to read Tuck Everlasting, 50th Anniversary Edition?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Tuck Everlasting, 50th Anniversary Edition takes around 2.7h to finish. The book has 27,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Tuck Everlasting, 50th Anniversary Edition have an AR quiz?
Yes — Tuck Everlasting, 50th Anniversary Edition 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 Tuck Everlasting, 50th Anniversary Edition?
Tuck Everlasting, 50th Anniversary Edition 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.