Voices After Midnight
by Richard Peck
Bt Bound 1990
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- time travel
- family
- courage
- sibling relationships
- friendship
- responsibility
- mystery
- history and memory
About this book
Two brothers spend the summer in a Manhattan brownstone and begin hearing and seeing echoes from another time. Drawn into the mystery of a New York family from the past, they find themselves connected to events around the Great Blizzard of 1888. This time-slip ghost story blends history, suspense, and humor in a fast-paced read. Perfect for middle-grade readers who enjoy spooky mysteries and time travel without heavy scares.
Setting: New York City; present day and 1888 during the Great Blizzard
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Voices After Midnight right for my child?
Yes — Voices After Midnight 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 time travel, family, courage.
How long does it take to read Voices After Midnight?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Voices After Midnight takes around 4.5h to finish. The book has 40,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Voices After Midnight have an AR quiz?
Yes — Voices After Midnight 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 Voices After Midnight?
Voices After Midnight 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.