Me and my little brain
John Dennis Fitzgerald
Me and my little brain
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by John Dennis Fitzgerald
Illustrated by Mayer, Mercer, 1943- illustrator
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
J.D. tries to fill the shoes of his clever older brother by pulling off small cons in their town, but his schemes don’t quite hit the mark. When his adopted little brother Frankie is taken by outlaws, J.D. must use all his wit and courage to save him. It’s a daring adventure proving that even a ‘little brain’ can outsmart the toughest challenges when fueled by love.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0440455332
- Pages
- 137
- Publisher
- Yearling
- Published
- 1978
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 36,911
- Read-Aloud
- ~4h 6m
- Text Density
- Dense