Good-bye, Stacey, Good-bye

Ann M. Martin

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Good-bye, Stacey, Good-bye

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann M. Martin

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

What would you do if your best friend suddenly had to move far away? Stacey's friends are heartbroken as she prepares to leave for New York City. Can the Baby-sitters Club keep their team strong without her?

Themes

FriendshipMovingHouseholdBabysitters

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows Stacey and her friends as they face the challenge of her moving away. It explores themes of friendship, change, and coping with separation in a relatable way for children aged 9 to 12. The story is gentle and appropriate for readers transitioning to more complex emotional topics.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

142 pages
ISBN
9780836810172
Pages
142
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Published
1988
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Large Type BooksFriendshipMoving, HouseholdBabysittersHousehold MovingMovingHouseholdScience, Study and TeachingHorses