My big mouth

Peter Hannan

Cover of My big mouth

My big mouth

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

10 Songs I Wrote that Almost Got Me Killed

by Peter Hannan

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 would you do if your first day at a new school turned into a battle with the biggest bully around? Davis Delaware tries to start fresh by forming a band with Molly, the girl he likes, but she's already with Gerald, the toughest kid in school. Can Davis keep his dream alive when everything seems stacked against him?

Themes

Interpersonal relationsHigh schoolsSchoolsRock groupsBullies

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of friendship, bullying, and coping with loss, as Davis Delaware adjusts to a new school after his mother's death. It includes realistic portrayals of school dynamics and interpersonal challenges suitable for ages 9 to 12. Parents should note the presence of bullying and relational conflict, which are handled in an age-appropriate manner.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Bullying
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

235 pages
ISBN
9780545162104
Pages
235
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
2011
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Interpersonal RelationsHigh SchoolsSchoolsRock GroupsBullies