Making Waves #10
Katherine Applegate
Making Waves #10
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Chill
by Katherine Applegate
The text is written at a 6th 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
What if your best friend's big success made you feel invisible? Imagine trying to shine, but someone new shows up, and suddenly, jealousy fills the air. Can love survive when hearts are pulled in different directions?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction explores themes of friendship, jealousy, and young love as a girl navigates her feelings when her best friend's success changes their relationship dynamics. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers a thoughtful look at social challenges and emotional growth without explicit content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781931497213
- Pages
- 256
- Publisher
- Girl Press
- Published
- December 2002
- Type
- Fiction