Weaver's daughter
Delacorte Press 2000
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- family and belonging
- identity
- tradition vs. change
- grief and healing
- resilience
- community
- faith and values
About this book
Set in the early 1800s, this historical novel follows a young weaver’s daughter whose life changes when hardship forces her to spend time in a Shaker community. She learns new skills, new rules, and a new way of seeing family and faith. As she becomes part of the village’s rhythm—especially at the looms—she must decide where she truly belongs. Thoughtful readers who enjoy quiet, richly detailed stories about choices and belonging will be drawn in.
Setting: a Shaker village on the American frontier, early 1800s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Weaver's daughter right for my child?
Yes — Weaver's daughter is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.2, 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 family and belonging, identity, tradition vs. change.
How long does it take to read Weaver's daughter?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Weaver's daughter takes around 3.6h to finish. The book has 36,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Weaver's daughter have an AR quiz?
Yes — Weaver's daughter 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 Weaver's daughter?
Weaver's daughter has an AR reading level of 5.2, 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.