C/o Arnold's Corners

Suzanne Newton

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C/o Arnold's Corners

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Suzanne Newton

Reading Level 4-5 9LS 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

What happens when a twelve-year-old girl in a small southern town chooses friendship over fear? She surprises everyone by befriending a free-spirited young mom and a black classmate, shaking up old ideas and quiet prejudices. But can her courage change the hearts of a community set in its ways?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of friendship, prejudice, and courage through the story of a young girl challenging social norms in her southern town. Suitable for ages 9-12, it thoughtfully addresses issues of race and community bias without graphic content, making it a valuable read for discussions about acceptance and empathy.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LS — Light — Social
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

176 pages
ISBN
9780664325459
Pages
176
Publisher
Westminster John Knox Press
Published
1974
Type
Fiction

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