Crush (Harper Trophy Books)
Ellen Conford
Crush (Harper Trophy Books)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Ellen Conford
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
What if the biggest dance of the year could change everything? At Cutter's Forge High, everyone is buzzing about the Sweetheart Stomp and the surprises it might bring. Who will find love, who will face secrets, and who will have their world turned upside down?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Crush by Ellen Conford is a young adult novel set around the preparations for a high school dance, exploring the romantic hopes and challenges of several teens. Suitable for ages 13-18, it candidly addresses dating and social dynamics typical of adolescence. The book contains light themes of romance and social interaction without intense conflict, making it appropriate for middle to high school readers.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780613114462
- Pages
- 138
- Publisher
- Turtleback Books
- Published
- October 1999
- Type
- Fiction