Here Comes Annette

Lorna R. Glassman

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Here Comes Annette

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Memoirs of a Music Therapist

by Lorna R. Glassman

Reading Level 7 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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 gentle strum of a guitar fills the room, soft and comforting. Imagine a world where music isn't just sounds, but a magical helper that can heal and bring hope to those who feel lost. These true stories show how music reaches deep inside us, touching places words can't reach.

Quick Assessment

Here Comes Annette is a nonfiction memoir that explores the healing power of music therapy through vivid stories from a music therapist’s experiences with diverse patients. Suitable for middle-grade readers ages 9-12, the book introduces concepts of emotional and psychological healing in an accessible way, emphasizing music's role in improving well-being. Parents should note that while the book touches on sensitive topics such as illness and emotional struggles, it does so with warmth and hope.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
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Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Mental Health Physical/Safety: Illness & Injury
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

388 pages
ISBN
9780383038920
Pages
388
Publisher
Sra
Published
June 1997
Type
Nonfiction

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