Chloe by design

Margaret Gurevich

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Chloe by design

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

making the cut

by Margaret Gurevich

Illustrated by Hagel, Brooke, illustrator

Reading Level 7 12LP Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

Chloe isn’t just any fashion fan—she’s a design prodigy ready to shake up the style world. When a reality show for teen designers comes to town, she jumps at the chance to prove her talent, but the fierce competition might just test her creativity and courage like never before. Can Chloe turn her dreams into dazzling reality against all odds?

Themes

Fashion DesignReality Television ProgramsCompetitionComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows 16-year-old Chloe, a passionate fashion enthusiast who enters a competitive reality TV show for young designers. The story explores themes of ambition, creativity, and the pressures of competition, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12. Parents should note the focus on competition dynamics and the challenges Chloe faces in a high-pressure environment.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
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
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

380 pages
ISBN
9781623706807
Pages
380
Publisher
Capstone Classroom
Published
2015
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fashion DesignReality Television ProgramsTelevision Game ShowsCompetitionFashionSchoolsFriendshipCaliforniaCostume DesignTelevision