Welcome to Felicity's world, 1774
by Catherine Gourley
Pleasant Co. Publications 1999
Great fit for 6th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- everyday life
- American Revolution
- manners and customs
- crafts and trades
- family and community
- girls’ roles
- patriotism and loyalty
- history through artifacts
About this book
This illustrated companion to the American Girl character Felicity explores what life was like in colonial Williamsburg in 1774. Through photographs, artifacts, and short articles, readers learn about clothing, school, chores, trades, manners, and the rising tensions before the American Revolution. Clear captions and engaging sidebars make history feel real and accessible for elementary and middle-grade readers. Kids who enjoy American Girl stories will love seeing the real-world history behind Felicity’s time period.
Setting: Williamsburg, Virginia, 1774 (Colonial America)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Welcome to Felicity's world, 1774 right for my child?
Yes — Welcome to Felicity's world, 1774 is a great fit for 6th grade. The reading level is AR 6.8, which is typical for 6th 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 everyday life, American Revolution, manners and customs.
How long does it take to read Welcome to Felicity's world, 1774?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, Welcome to Felicity's world, 1774 takes around 46m to finish. The book has 8,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Welcome to Felicity's world, 1774 have an AR quiz?
Yes — Welcome to Felicity's world, 1774 has an AR quiz available, worth 1 point. 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 Welcome to Felicity's world, 1774?
Welcome to Felicity's world, 1774 has an AR reading level of 6.8, which places it at a 6th 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.