Dawn and the School Spirit War

Ann M. Martin

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Dawn and the School Spirit War

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann M. Martin

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

Dawn is the only one at Stoneybrook Middle School brave enough to say no when School Spirit Month spins out of control. While everyone else joins in, she stands her ground, even when it means facing rejection. What happens when being yourself puts you against the whole school?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of individuality and peer pressure as Dawn navigates the challenges of School Spirit Month at Stoneybrook Middle School. Suitable for ages 9 to 12, it highlights the importance of standing up for personal beliefs and the value of supportive friendships within the Baby-sitters Club. Parents should note mild social conflict and themes of exclusion.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Bullying Loneliness
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

134 pages
ISBN
9780606072267
Pages
134
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
January 1995
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Babysitters ClubSchoolsClubsBabysitters