Boy. Friend

Francine Pascal

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Boy. Friend

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Francine Pascal

Sweet Valley Jr. High

Reading Level 3-4 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Matched

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.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include bullying, mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

151 pages
26,308 words
2h 55m read-aloud
ISBN
9780553486643
Pages
151
Publisher
Sweet Valley
Published
1999
Type
Fiction
Word Count
26,308
Read-Aloud
~2h 55m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

EmbarrassmentTeenagers