Cricket and the crackerbox kid

Alane Ferguson

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Cricket and the crackerbox kid

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Alane Ferguson

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

Eleven-year-old Cricket, used to a life of luxury, believes she has made a true friend in Dominic, who lives in a modest neighborhood. When a disagreement over a dog sparks a heated argument, their classroom transforms into a lively courtroom where everyone must decide who the dog really belongs to. This tale explores friendship, fairness, and understanding different backgrounds.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

179 pages
31,069 words
3h 27m read-aloud
ISBN
0027345254
Pages
179
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
Published
1990
Type
Fiction
Word Count
31,069
Read-Aloud
~3h 27m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

FriendshipDogsSchoolsCricket