What reading level is Dazzle Disaster Dinner Party?

Dazzle Disaster Dinner Party by Sharon M. Draper is at a Level 5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Dazzle Disaster Dinner Party appropriate for?

Dazzle Disaster Dinner Party is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 10C (Clear).

What genre is Dazzle Disaster Dinner Party?

Dazzle Disaster Dinner Party is fiction — African Americans.

Does Dazzle Disaster Dinner Party have any content warnings?

Dazzle Disaster Dinner Party has a HootRating of 10C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

Dazzle Disaster Dinner Party

Sharon M. Draper

Dazzle Disaster Dinner Party

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sharon M. Draper

Reading Level 5 10C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

Sassy Simone Sanford isn’t just throwing any dinner party—she’s cooking up a dazzling disaster that nobody will forget! From a mysterious limo to purple milkshake messes and a sneaky dog with a big appetite, this party is full of surprises. But can Sassy turn the chaos into a celebration that everyone will love?

Themes

Friendship FamilySchoolsPartiesAfrican American

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Sassy Simone Sanford as she navigates a new school year, friendship, and a cooking project that leads to a lively dinner party full of unexpected mishaps. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story combines humor and relatable school experiences with a focus on friendship and family. It also includes simple recipes, encouraging kids to explore cooking alongside the narrative.