What reading level is A Matter of Principle?

A Matter of Principle by Susan Beth Pfeffer is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is A Matter of Principle appropriate for?

A Matter of Principle is recommended for Ages 13+. HootRating: 9MS (Moderate — Social).

What genre is A Matter of Principle?

A Matter of Principle is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does A Matter of Principle have any content warnings?

A Matter of Principle has a HootRating of 9MS (Moderate — Social). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is A Matter of Principle?

A Matter of Principle by Susan Beth Pfeffer is 198 pages.

A Matter of Principle

Susan Beth Pfeffer

A Matter of Principle

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Susan Beth Pfeffer

Reading Level 4-5 9MS Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

These students broke the rules — on purpose. When their secret newspaper gets them suspended, they stand up for freedom and truth. What will happen when speaking out becomes the biggest challenge yet?

Themes

Social Justice Friendship Coming of AgeSchools

Quick Assessment

This novel follows a group of high school students who face suspension after publishing an underground newspaper that challenges school authority. It explores themes of free speech, values, and the consequences of standing up for beliefs, making it suitable for teens aged 13 to 18. Parents should note the book deals with issues of school discipline and social activism.