Catty Cornered
Cheryl Ware
Catty Cornered
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Cheryl Ware
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 gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Venola Mae scribbles furiously in her diary, her heart pounding as she faces a new school, a new home, and a grandma she barely knows. Everything feels upside down just as the first day of seventh grade begins. But when something unexpected happens at school, Venola’s world is about to change forever.
Quick Assessment
Catty Cornered follows twelve-year-old Venola Mae as she adjusts to living with her grandmother and starting seventh grade. Told through diary entries, the story explores themes of family change and personal growth suitable for ages 9-12. The book handles typical middle-grade challenges with warmth and humor, without intense conflict or mature content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780439288934
- Pages
- 106
- Publisher
- Scholastic
- Published
- 2001
- Type
- Fiction