Itch
Michelle D. Kwasney
Itch
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Michelle D. Kwasney
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
When Itch moves to Ohio after losing her grandpa, she struggles to fit in until she befriends the dazzling Gwendolyn. Beneath Gwendolyn's sparkling exterior lies a painful secret, and Itch must find the bravery to face the truth. This heartfelt story explores friendship, family bonds, and standing up for what's right during a challenging time.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include emotional: physical & emotional abuse, emotional: fear & anxiety, physical/safety: mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780805080834
- Pages
- 256
- Publisher
- Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
- Published
- April 29, 2008
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 49,746
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 32m
- Text Density
- Standard