What reading level is Bummer Summer?

Bummer Summer by Ann M. Martin is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Bummer Summer appropriate for?

Bummer Summer is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Bummer Summer?

Bummer Summer is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Bummer Summer have any content warnings?

Bummer Summer has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Bummer Summer?

Bummer Summer by Ann M. Martin is 164 pages.

Bummer Summer

Ann M. Martin

Bummer Summer

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann M. Martin

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

Kammy races through the woods, her heart pounding as she tries to outrun the confusion of a family that suddenly feels so different. At Camp Arrowhead, every challenge pushes her to face new feelings she didn’t expect. But just when Kammy starts to feel at home, something unexpected threatens to change everything.

Themes

Family Coming of Age Friendship

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows twelve-year-old Kammy as she navigates the challenges of accepting her father's remarriage and adjusting to a new family dynamic. Set during a transformative summer at Camp Arrowhead, the story gently explores themes of family change and self-discovery, appropriate for children ages 9 to 12. Parents should note the book handles emotional topics with sensitivity, making it a supportive read for children experiencing similar family transitions.