What reading level is A Basket of Beethoven?

A Basket of Beethoven by Susan Currie is at a Level 5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is A Basket of Beethoven appropriate for?

A Basket of Beethoven is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Bullying, Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is A Basket of Beethoven?

A Basket of Beethoven is fiction — Fiction.

Does A Basket of Beethoven have any content warnings?

A Basket of Beethoven has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Bullying, Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is A Basket of Beethoven?

A Basket of Beethoven by Susan Currie is 128 pages (approximately 29,598 words).

A Basket of Beethoven

Susan Currie

A Basket of Beethoven

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Susan Currie

Reading Level 5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Sam becomes intrigued by Helen, a mysterious new girl who seems distant and absorbed in her Beethoven book. When troublemakers steal her book and toss it onto the school roof, Helen retreats to the auditorium where her piano playing reveals a secret language that captivates Sam. Determined to learn this powerful form of expression, Sam strikes a deal with Helen to protect her from bullies in exchange for piano lessons, embarking on a journey of friendship and self-discovery.