Griff Makes a Date

Kit Hood

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Griff Makes a Date

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

And Other Stories

by Kit Hood

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

The smell of fresh paint and the buzz of whispered secrets fill the air as Griff faces a tricky choice: how do you make friends when you feel like you don’t need any? Each story unfolds with the sounds and feelings of real childhood moments, showing how courage and kindness can turn tough situations into new beginnings.

Themes

FriendshipEmotions & FeelingsSocial IssuesComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This collection of stories explores the emotional and social challenges children face around friendship, honesty, and helping others. Suitable for ages 9-12, it sensitively portrays dilemmas that encourage empathy and problem-solving without heavy conflict. Based on the beloved Kids of Degrassi Street series, it offers relatable scenarios that foster social and emotional learning.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Friendship Emotional: Emotions & Feelings Social: Social Situations
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
ISBN
9780888629968
Pages
112
Publisher
Lorimer
Published
January 1, 1986
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Social IssuesEmotions & FeelingsFriendship32642Social SituationsDegrassi Kids Friendship