Fifth-Grade Secrets (Treetop Tales)
Janet Adele Bloss
Fifth-Grade Secrets (Treetop Tales)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Janet Adele Bloss
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
Billie feels shy about her unusual lunch and hides away during recess, only to be discovered by Tim Kurtz, the school's most popular kid. Their unexpected friendship turns an embarrassing moment into a special secret they share. Together, they navigate the ups and downs of fifth grade with humor and heart.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0874066956
- Pages
- 96
- Publisher
- Pages Publishing Group
- Published
- August 1994
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 15,385
- Read-Aloud
- ~1h 43m
- Text Density
- Standard