What Are Hoaxes and Lies?
by Matt Doeden
Lerner Publications TM 2019
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- media literacy
- misinformation and disinformation
- critical thinking and skepticism
- fact-checking and source evaluation
- hoaxes, scams, and urban legends
- social media and viral content
- confirmation bias
- responsible information sharing
About this book
Explores famous hoaxes and lies from past to present and explains how they spread. Readers learn practical tips for identifying hoaxes, evaluating sources, and thinking critically about the information they encounter every day, especially online and on social media.
Setting: Contemporary and historical examples across print, broadcast, and digital media; no single fixed setting
Frequently Asked Questions
Is What Are Hoaxes and Lies? right for my child?
Yes — What Are Hoaxes and Lies? 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 media literacy, misinformation and disinformation, critical thinking and skepticism.
How long does it take to read What Are Hoaxes and Lies??
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, What Are Hoaxes and Lies? takes around 14m to finish. The book has 2,300 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does What Are Hoaxes and Lies? have an AR quiz?
Yes — What Are Hoaxes and Lies? has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 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 What Are Hoaxes and Lies??
What Are Hoaxes and Lies? 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.