What reading level is Dawn's Big Date?

Dawn's Big Date by Ann M. Martin is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Dawn's Big Date appropriate for?

Dawn's Big Date is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9C (Clear). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is Dawn's Big Date?

Dawn's Big Date is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Dawn's Big Date have any content warnings?

Dawn's Big Date has a HootRating of 9C (Clear). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Dawn's Big Date?

Dawn's Big Date by Ann M. Martin is 159 pages.

Dawn's Big Date

Ann M. Martin

Dawn's Big Date

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann M. Martin

Reading Level 4-5 9C 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What if your biggest chance to impress someone turns into your biggest challenge? Imagine dressing up with a new hairstyle, fresh clothes, and lots of makeup, hoping to be someone completely different. But when the date arrives, will Dawn's new image be enough, or will things go sideways?

Themes

Coming of Age Family Friendship

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows Dawn as she nervously prepares for a blind date, experimenting with a new look and attitude to impress. It explores themes of self-image and confidence appropriate for ages 9 to 12. Parents should note the story deals with typical pre-teen anxieties but contains no mature content.