Party!

Diana G. Gallagher

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Party!

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Diana G. Gallagher

Claudia Cristina Cortez

Reading Level 3-4 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up Page-Turner

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 intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Claudia navigates the ups and downs of middle school life with wit and courage, sharing her experiences at parties, school challenges, and family struggles. Her honest and funny voice brings to light the realities of growing up, from friendships to unexpected hardships. Readers will find a relatable and inspiring companion in Claudia's journey through laughter and tough times.

Themes

FriendshipFamilyComing of AgeHumorInterpersonal RelationsSchool Life

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with intense content intensity. Note: content intensity (Intense) exceeds what the reading level might suggest. Content themes include domestic violence, addiction, drug use. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Domestic Violence Addiction Drug Use Alcohol Abuse Illness & Injury Emotional: Anxiety Bullying Obscene Language Physical: Vomiting Cheating
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

7/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

6/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

89 pages
8,678 words
58m read-aloud
ISBN
9781434207715
Pages
89
Publisher
Capstone
Published
2009
Type
Fiction
Word Count
8,678
Read-Aloud
~58 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

PartiesInterpersonal RelationsMiddle SchoolsSchools