Crush-tastic!

Beth Beechwood

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Crush-tastic!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Beth Beechwood

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

Miley’s heart races as she spills her secret crush to Aunt Dolly’s camera—then the tape slips right into Jake’s hands! Now she’s caught between keeping her secret and facing Jake’s reaction. Suddenly, trying out for cheerleading feels like the least of her worries!

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Miley Stewart, a girl balancing normal life with her secret pop star identity. The story deals with themes of friendship, young crushes, and the challenges of keeping secrets, suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note mild themes around romantic feelings and the pressures of juggling school and fame.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

122 pages
ISBN
9781423104612
Pages
122
Publisher
Disney Press
Published
2007
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SingersMan-woman RelationshipsTeenage GirlsSecretsSecrecyGirls