Theodore Boone: The Fugitive
by John Grisham
Penguin 2016
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- justice and the rule of law
- courage and doing the right thing
- truth versus loyalty
- civic responsibility
- integrity and ethics
- friendship and family support
- perseverance under pressure
About this book
In the fifth Theodore Boone adventure, Theo spots long-missing fugitive Pete Duffy on a class trip to Washington, D.C., and helps bring him back to Strattenburg to stand trial. With Duffy now aware of who turned him in, Theo faces mounting danger while relying on his legal know-how, friends, and family to make sure justice is served.
Setting: Strattenburg (a fictional small town) and Washington, D.C.; courtrooms, city streets, and the Metro
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Theodore Boone: The Fugitive right for my child?
Yes — Theodore Boone: The Fugitive 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 justice and the rule of law, courage and doing the right thing, truth versus loyalty.
How long does it take to read Theodore Boone: The Fugitive?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Theodore Boone: The Fugitive takes around 5.0h to finish. The book has 50,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Theodore Boone: The Fugitive have an AR quiz?
Yes — Theodore Boone: The Fugitive has an AR quiz available, worth 7 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 Theodore Boone: The Fugitive?
Theodore Boone: The Fugitive 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.