What reading level is Baby Blue?

Baby Blue by Michelle D. Kwasney is at a Level 3-4 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Baby Blue appropriate for?

Baby Blue is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Intense" (4/5). Content flags: Wife Abuse, Family Problems, Physical Danger, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is Baby Blue?

Baby Blue is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Baby Blue have any content warnings?

Baby Blue has a content intensity rating of "Intense" (4/5). Content flags include: Wife Abuse, Family Problems, Physical Danger, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Baby Blue?

Baby Blue by Michelle D. Kwasney is 202 pages (approximately 37,225 words).

Baby Blue

Michelle D. Kwasney

Baby Blue

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Michelle D. Kwasney

Reading Level 3-4 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up

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 intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Blue's family is falling apart after her father’s death, and her mother’s new husband, Jinx, brings fear and pain into their home. When her sister Star runs away to escape the violence, Blue must find her and help protect their mother before things spiral further out of control. This powerful story reveals the courage it takes to face family hardship and stand up against abuse.

Themes

Family Coming of Age Social Justice

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with intense content intensity. Note: content intensity (Intense) exceeds what the reading level might suggest. Content themes include wife abuse, family problems, physical danger. Written for readers ages 9-12.