Choosing up sides

John H. Ritter

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Choosing up sides

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by John H. Ritter

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Thirteen-year-old Luke struggles with being left-handed in a time when his strict preacher father insists it's wrong and must be changed. As he navigates family expectations and his own identity, Luke faces the challenge of embracing who he truly is. This heartfelt story explores the journey toward self-acceptance and the bond between father and son.

Themes

Self-acceptanceFamilyComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include identity & self-discovery, divorce & family change. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Identity & Self-Discovery Divorce & Family Change
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

166 pages
35,136 words
3h 54m read-aloud
ISBN
0399231854
Pages
166
Publisher
Philomel
Published
1998
Type
Fiction
Word Count
35,136
Read-Aloud
~3h 54m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Self-acceptanceLeft- and Right-handednessFathers and Sons