Mary Anne Breaks the Rules

Ann M. Martin

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Mary Anne Breaks the Rules

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann M. Martin

Baby-Sitters Club

Reading Level 3-4 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Matched

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

When Mary Anne wants to help a boy missing his dad, she brings Logan along to her babysitting jobs to be a positive influence. But when Mrs. Kuhn questions this new arrangement, Mary Anne must find a way to explain her choice and prove that sometimes breaking the rules is worth it. Friendship and understanding take center stage in this heartfelt story.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include divorce & family change, mild peril. 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

Divorce & Family Change Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

134 pages
22,916 words
2h 33m read-aloud
ISBN
0590482238
Pages
134
Publisher
Apple
Published
October 1994
Type
Fiction
Word Count
22,916
Read-Aloud
~2h 33m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

BabysittersBehaviorAfrican Americans