Andy and Tamika

David A. Adler

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Andy and Tamika

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by David A. Adler

Andy Russell

Reading Level 3-4 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Excited and curious about becoming a big brother, Andy finds it hard to focus at school and home, leading to several mishaps. His anticipation of the new baby brings both challenges and surprises as he navigates family and school life.

Themes

FamilySiblingsSchoolComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8
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Details

Book Length

129 pages
19,083 words
2h 7m read-aloud
ISBN
0152017356
Pages
129
Publisher
Gulliver Books
Published
1999
Type
Fiction
Word Count
19,083
Read-Aloud
~2h 7m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

BabiesBrothers and SistersFamily LifeSchoolsInfantsFriendshipSiblings