4th grade books about Secrets

4 books commonly assigned to 4th grade students explore secrets— every title’s grade range covers 4th grade, so each is grade-appropriate by curriculum placement. Each links to its reading level, themes, and the curricula that cite it.

What this list holds: All 4 titles are cited by at least one US curriculum or award list for 4th grade, first published between 2010 and 2024. The most widely cited at this grade is The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead & Wendy Mass (3 lists). Themes these books most often share besides secrets: friendship (3), mystery (2).

4 4th grade books about secrets

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  1. The Lost Library

    Rebecca Stead & Wendy Mass

    Cited in 3 curricula across 3 states, taught from grade 4 to 8. Also covers mystery, books and friendship.

  2. Sunny Side Up

    Jennifer L. Holm

    Cited in 2 curricula across 2 states, taught from grade 3 to 6. Also covers family secrets, grandparent and child, dysfunctional families.

  3. The Candymakers

    Wendy Mass

    Cited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 3 to 5. Also covers contests, friendship and candy.

  4. The Liars Society

    Alyson Gerber

    Cited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 3 to 6. Also covers mystery, friendship and trust.

Secrets books at other grades

3rd grade · 5th grade · 6th grade · 7th grade · 8th grade

Other 4th grade themes

Friendship · Family · Courage · Humor · Identity · Adventure · History · Schools

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Frequently asked questions

What secrets books are good for 4th grade students?

4 books exploring secrets have a grade range that covers 4th grade and are assigned across US-school curricula — Common Core exemplars, AP, IB, Cambridge, and state ELA standards. Each title on this page links to its full curriculum citations and reading level.

Are these secrets books grade-appropriate for 4th grade?

Every title's grade range covers 4th grade, so each is age-appropriate by curriculum placement. Check each book's themes and content notes before assigning.

How many secrets books are on the 4th grade list?

This page lists 4 4th grade titles about secrets, ordered by how many US curricula cite each one for this grade (ties alphabetical). The list expands as more curriculum references are verified.

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