My Friend Slappy
Robert Lawrence Stine
My Friend Slappy
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Robert Lawrence Stine
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
Barton Suggs, often teased as 'Sluggs,' finds an unexpected ally in Slappy, a mischievous ventriloquist dummy who springs to life and stirs up trouble at school. While Slappy's wild antics bring excitement, his growing jealousy puts Barton and his friend Lizzie in a race to stop him before the chaos gets out of control. Together, they must face the challenge of taming a friend who’s more trouble than they bargained for.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3-4 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include bullying, mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781338355772
- Pages
- 160
- Publisher
- Scholastic Paperbacks
- Published
- 2020
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 22,827
- Read-Aloud
- ~2h 32m
- Text Density
- Light Text