One Saturday Night

Theresa Jenner

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One Saturday Night

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Theresa Jenner

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

The sharp creak of floorboards echoes through the quiet island night, and a cold breeze slips through the cracks of the old house. Twelve-year-old Emma is babysitting alone when a shadowy figure appears, daring to cross the threshold. Her heart pounds with fear and courage—this night will change everything.

Themes

FamilyCourageSuspenseAdventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows a twelve-year-old girl who encounters a dangerous intruder while babysitting alone on an isolated island. The story explores themes of bravery and resilience in the face of fear, suitable for readers aged 9-12. Parents should be aware of suspenseful moments involving mild peril but no graphic violence.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

106 pages
ISBN
9781591094715
Pages
106
Publisher
Imprint Books
Published
October 15, 2002
Type
Fiction

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Theresa Jenner