Get Real! a Student's Guide to Money and Other Practical Matters

James Tenuto

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Get Real! a Student's Guide to Money and Other Practical Matters

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Student's Guide to Money & Other Practical Matters

by James Tenuto

Reading Level 5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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

Have you ever wondered how grown-ups handle money and all the tricky stuff that comes with it? Imagine learning how to get your first job, open a bank account, and even budget for your dreams. But what happens when the real world throws unexpected challenges your way?

Themes

Financial LiteracyLife SkillsEducation

Quick Assessment

This practical guide introduces children ages 9-12 to essential financial skills and everyday responsibilities like finding a job, managing a budget, and understanding insurance. Written in an accessible style with helpful line drawings, it serves as an early foundation for financial literacy and independence. The content is appropriate for middle-grade readers and contains no sensitive material.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780833585387
Publisher
Mariner Books
Published
October 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Teenage consumers