Pay Attention, Carter Jones

Gary D. Schmidt

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Pay Attention, Carter Jones

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gary D. Schmidt

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

Carter Jones, a sixth grader, finds his world turned upside down when a strict butler arrives to teach him the ways of a proper gentleman. As he navigates these unexpected changes, Carter also faces challenges from his past that test his strength and courage.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include emotional: identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

224 pages
43,922 words
4h 53m read-aloud
ISBN
9780544790858
Pages
224
Publisher
Clarion Books
Published
Feb 05, 2019
Type
Fiction
Word Count
43,922
Read-Aloud
~4h 53m
Text Density
Standard

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