Karen's Swim Meet
Ann M. Martin
Karen's Swim Meet
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Ann M. Martin
Illustrated by Susan Tang
The text is written at a 3rd 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
Karen is excited to be part of her school's swim team, where racing and making friends fill her days with joy. When the coach becomes strict and the pressure rises, Karen must figure out how to keep enjoying the sport while doing her best. Can she balance teamwork, fun, and determination to shine in the pool?
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
7/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0590500627
- Pages
- 102
- Publisher
- Scholastic Paperbacks
- Published
- June 1999
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 12,035
- Read-Aloud
- ~1h 20m
- Text Density
- Light Text