Kristy and the snobs

Ann M. Martin

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Kristy and the snobs

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann M. Martin

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

Kristy storms onto the scene, her heart pounding as the snobby kids laugh, pointing at her and her sick dog Louie. The neighborhood might be full of fancy houses, but Kristy’s not about to let anyone push her around. Just wait—she’s about to show them what she’s really made of.

Themes

FriendshipFamilySocial JusticeClubsWealthPopularity

Quick Assessment

Kristy and the Snobs follows Kristy as she adjusts to life in a wealthy new neighborhood after her mother remarries. Facing teasing from privileged kids about her and her sick dog, Kristy stands up for herself and her babysitting club. This middle-grade fiction is suitable for readers ages 9-12 and explores themes of wealth, popularity, and resilience in the face of social challenges.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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

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Details

Book Length

145 pages
ISBN
9780836810158
Pages
145
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Published
1988
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Large Type BooksWealthPopularityBabysittersClubsRemarriageDogsFriendshipAfrican Americans