Al's blind date

Constance C. Greene

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Al's blind date

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Constance C. Greene

Reading Level 4-5 9LS Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Al stands nervously in front of the mirror, smoothing her dress one last time. Thelma bursts in, clutching a mysterious envelope that could change everything tonight. Just as the doorbell rings, Al wonders—will this night be a dream or a disaster?

Themes

FriendshipDatingSocial Customs

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Al as she prepares for her first blind date, navigating excitement and friendship with Thelma. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book lightly explores social customs around dating in a fun and age-appropriate way without intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LS — Light — Social
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

161 pages
ISBN
0670828157
Pages
161
Publisher
Viking Books for Young Readers
Published
1989
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Dating