What reading level is Crush?

Crush by Erin Conley is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Crush appropriate for?

Crush is recommended for Ages 13+. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional). Content flags: Emotional: Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery.

Crush is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Crush have any content warnings?

Crush has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — Emotional). Content flags include: Emotional: Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Crush?

Crush by Erin Conley is 128 pages.

Crush

Erin Conley

Crush

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Girl's Guide to Being Crazy in Love

by Erin Conley

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

The flutter in your chest feels like butterflies dancing wild, and your heart races every time you see them. Love is thrilling and confusing all at once, filled with moments that make you laugh, cry, and wonder what’s next. These stories and tips from real teens show just how wild and wonderful having a crush can be.

Themes

Friendship Coming of AgeSocial Issues - Dating and SexHumor

Quick Assessment

Crush by Erin Conley is a relatable and informative book aimed at young teens navigating the complex emotions of first love and attraction. Featuring real stories and practical advice, it addresses the joys and challenges of crushes, including unrequited love and emotional ups and downs. Suitable for ages 13 to 18, it offers a balanced, humorous, and thoughtful look at adolescent social and emotional experiences.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional

Emotional

Light ←

Physical

Clear

Social

Clear

Thematic

Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery

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.

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Details

Book Length

128 pages

ISBN: 9780977266005
Pages: 128
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Published: 2007
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Social ProblemsSocial IssuesDating and SexSocial SituationsDating & SexDatingLife SkillsLife Skills GuidesTeenage GirlsAttitudesInterpersonal RelationsLoveEmotions