Bad girls
Jacqueline Wilson
Bad girls
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jacqueline Wilson
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
Mandy is a sweet girl who usually stays out of trouble, but everything changes when Tanya, a bold and fearless foster child, moves in nearby. As their friendship grows, Mandy discovers that being 'bad' can mean standing up for yourself and that true friends come in all kinds of personalities. Together, they navigate school challenges, family worries, and the ups and downs of growing up.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include bullying. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0385729162
- Pages
- 163
- Publisher
- Delacorte Books for Young Readers
- Published
- 2001
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 31,994
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 33m
- Text Density
- Standard