Boy. Friend
by Francine Pascal
Sweet Valley Jr. High
Reading Level 3-4 Mild (Lvl 2)
Ages 9-12
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Brian discovers his wrestling teammates are planning a mean trick on girls they consider unattractive, and he steps up to protect his friend Kristin from getting hurt. Through his courage and kindness, Brian shows what true friendship means. This story highlights standing up against meanness and supporting those you care about.
Representation & Themes
FriendshipSocial JusticeComing of Age
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — Mild Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Bullying Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 9780553486643
- Pages
- 151
- Publisher
- Sweet Valley
- Published
- 1999
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 26,308
Genres
Adolescence
Subjects
EmbarrassmentTeenagersFiction