The Westing Game
by Ellen Raskin
- Lexile
- 750L
- Grade range
- Grades 5–7
- Age range
- Ages 10–13
- Pages
- 224
- First published
- 1978
- Genre
- Mystery
- ISBN-13
- 9780142401200
About this book
Sixteen heirs of the eccentric millionaire Samuel W. Westing are called to his mansion to solve the mystery of his death — the one who solves it inherits his fortune. Winner of the 1979 Newbery Medal and a 5th-7th grade staple for teaching logic, character, and plot structure.
Themes
- mystery
- identity
- teamwork
- deception
- justice
Where this book is assigned
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Common questions
- What grade level is The Westing Game?
- The Westing Game is most commonly assigned in US schools in grades 5–7, with a Lexile measure of 750L. Specific grade placement varies by curriculum — AP Literature and IB English Literature typically use it in grades 11-12.
- What is the Lexile level of The Westing Game?
- The Westing Game has a Lexile measure of 750L according to MetaMetrics. Lexile measures text complexity, not content maturity — check the grade range and content notes separately for age-appropriateness.
- Is The Westing Game banned in schools?
- The Westing Game does not appear in PEN America's Index of School Book Bans 2022-2024. No documented multi-district removals on record, but individual districts may challenge titles locally.
- What themes does The Westing Game explore?
- Central themes in The Westing Game include mystery, identity, teamwork, deception, justice. These themes match how the book is discussed in most curriculum guides and AP Literature prompts.