A letter to Mrs. Roosevelt
C. Coco De Young
A letter to Mrs. Roosevelt
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by C. Coco De Young
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
In the midst of the Great Depression, eleven-year-old Margo Bandini faces a frightening challenge when her family’s home is at risk of being lost. With time running out, she bravely searches for a solution to protect her family and keep their house. This heartfelt story explores courage and hope during tough times.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fear & anxiety, poverty & hardship. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0385326335
- Pages
- 105
- Publisher
- Delacorte Books for Young Readers
- Published
- 1999
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 19,422
- Read-Aloud
- ~2h 9m
- Text Density
- Standard