Anna, Banana, and the Sleepover Secret

Anica Mrose Rissi

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Anna, Banana, and the Sleepover Secret

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Anica Mrose Rissi

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The smell of warm pizza fills the air as laughter echoes through Isabel’s cozy house. Anna’s heart races with excitement and a tiny pinch of worry after a secret accident that could change everything. In the quiet darkness of the sleepover, Anna wonders if friendship can survive a broken vase and a truth kept hidden.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade chapter book follows Anna as she navigates the ups and downs of a sleepover with her friends, dealing with themes of friendship, honesty, and responsibility. Suitable for ages 9-12, it gently explores the emotional challenges children face in social situations without heavy content. Parents can expect a lighthearted story that addresses common childhood dilemmas in a relatable and age-appropriate way.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

128 pages
ISBN
9781534417205
Pages
128
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
2018
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SleepoversFriendshipBehavior