Ballet Shoes

Noel Streatfeild

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Ballet Shoes

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Noel Streatfeild

Reading Level 7 Unrated Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 7th 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

Three orphan girls. A pair of pink slippers. A lifetime in the spotlight. Read the classic that has captivated generations! Pauline, Petrova, and Posy love their quiet life together. They are orphans who have been raised as sisters, and when their new family needs money, the girls want to help. They decide to join the Children's Academy of Dancing and Stage Training to earn their keep. Each girl works hard following her dream. Pauline is destined for the movies. Posy is a born dancer. And Petrova? She finds she'd rather be a pilot than perform a pirouette. This beautiful children's classic is perfect for girls who love to dream about ballet, friendship, and finding their own special talents. Adult readers may remember them as the "Shoes" books from You've Got Mail!

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 7 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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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
6
Theme Richness
1
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
4

Details

Book Length

304 pages
ISBN
9780525578628
Pages
304
Publisher
National Geographic Books
Published
Nov 06, 2018
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

ClassicsPerforming ArtsDanceFamilyOrphans & Foster HomesSistersActingOrphansBallet DancingBallet

Places

London (England)