Last Dance
Caroline B. Cooney
Last Dance
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Caroline B. Cooney
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Five friends come together to make their final school dance unforgettable, each hoping it will be a night to remember. As they navigate hopes, friendships, and surprises, their last dance becomes a celebration of growing up and new beginnings.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include friendship, coming of age. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0590457853
- Pages
- 258
- Publisher
- Scholastic Paperbacks
- Published
- June 1992
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 56,041
- Read-Aloud
- ~6h 14m
- Text Density
- Standard