It Wasn't Me (Stories the Year Round (Little Books))

Brian Moses

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It Wasn't Me (Stories the Year Round (Little Books))

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Brian Moses

Reading Level 4-5 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

A loud crash echoes through the room, and suddenly all eyes turn to you. "It wasn't me!" you say, but does anyone believe you? The truth feels tangled—what will happen next?

Themes

Social Issues - GeneralFriendshipFamilyResponsibilityDogs

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book explores the challenges and importance of telling the truth through relatable situations. Appropriate for ages 9-12, it gently addresses social issues like honesty and responsibility in a way that encourages thoughtful discussion. There is no intense content, making it suitable for children navigating everyday moral choices.

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
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613305242
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
March 2001
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Social IssuesDogsMothers and Sons