Cassies Crush

Fiona Foden

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Cassies Crush

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Fiona Foden

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Cassie's heart pounds as Ollie flashes that special smile—just for her. Then, he turns and flirts with someone else, leaving Cassie puzzled and wondering what it all means. But when her steady friend Sam steps closer, things get even more complicated—who will she choose?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores the confusing and exciting feelings of first crushes and friendship. Suitable for ages 9-12, it thoughtfully portrays the emotional ups and downs of young love and friendship without explicit content. Parents can expect themes of romantic interest and interpersonal dynamics that resonate with preteens.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

208 pages
ISBN
9781407120874
Pages
208
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
2011
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Love & RomanceSchoolsFriendshipInfatuation