What reading level is Me and Katie (the Pest)?

Me and Katie (the Pest) by Ann M. Martin is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Me and Katie (the Pest) appropriate for?

Me and Katie (the Pest) is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9C (Clear). Content flags: Sibling Rivalry.

What genre is Me and Katie (the Pest)?

Me and Katie (the Pest) is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Me and Katie (the Pest) have any content warnings?

Me and Katie (the Pest) has a HootRating of 9C (Clear). Content flags include: Sibling Rivalry. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Me and Katie (the Pest)?

Me and Katie (the Pest) by Ann M. Martin is 152 pages.

Me and Katie (the Pest)

Ann M. Martin

Me and Katie (the Pest)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ann M. Martin

Reading Level 4-5 9C 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: Wendy's little sister, Katie, seems to be good at everything—even being annoyingly perfect. Wendy just wants one moment to shine on her own, especially when she gets a chance to learn horseback riding. But Katie has plans too, and things are about to get tricky—but that's only the beginning.

Themes

FamilySistersComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores sibling rivalry and the desire for individual recognition through the story of Wendy and her talented younger sister, Katie. Suitable for ages 9 to 12, it addresses themes of family dynamics, competition, and reconciliation in an accessible way. Parents should note it includes rivalry and mild emotional tension but no serious conflict.