Kristy Thomas, dog trainer

Ann M. Martin

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Kristy Thomas, dog trainer

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann M. Martin

Baby-Sitters Club

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

Ten-year-old Kristy faces a big challenge when she helps care for Erin, a girl adjusting to blindness after an accident. As Kristy learns how to support her new friend, her family also trains a puppy to become a guide dog, weaving a heartfelt story of trust and growth. Together, they discover the power of patience and friendship in the face of change.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include disability representation, emotional: fear & anxiety, emotional: identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Disability Representation Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

114 pages
21,559 words
2h 24m read-aloud
ISBN
0590059963
Pages
114
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
April 1998
Type
Fiction
Word Count
21,559
Read-Aloud
~2h 24m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Social SituationsSpecial NeedsMysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesSocial IssuesBlindGuide DogsTrainingDogsBabysitters