Tuna fish Thanksgiving
by C. S. Adler, James Cross Giblin
Clarion Books 1992
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- family
- resilience
- poverty and hardship
- gratitude
- friendship
- community
- responsibility
About this book
When money is tight and Thanksgiving plans fall apart, a determined middle-schooler tries to hold her family together with creativity and heart—even if it means tuna fish instead of turkey. Set in a realistic small-town community, the story follows her as she juggles school, friendships, and big feelings about change. With humor and warmth, it highlights how gratitude and resourcefulness can turn a tough holiday into something meaningful. A great pick for readers who enjoy true-to-life stories about family and resilience.
Setting: a contemporary small-town community in the early 1990s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tuna fish Thanksgiving right for my child?
Yes — Tuna fish Thanksgiving is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.4, 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 family, resilience, poverty and hardship.
How long does it take to read Tuna fish Thanksgiving?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Tuna fish Thanksgiving takes around 4.2h to finish. The book has 38,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Tuna fish Thanksgiving have an AR quiz?
Yes — Tuna fish Thanksgiving 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 Tuna fish Thanksgiving?
Tuna fish Thanksgiving has an AR reading level of 4.4, 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.