Perfect Puppy

Jenny Dale

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Perfect Puppy

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jenny Dale

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Did you know Lucky isn’t just any puppy? She looks perfect and sweet, but she’s hiding a secret that could change everything. And that’s only the beginning of her surprising story!

Themes

AnimalsFriendshipChildren's Books

Quick Assessment

Perfect Puppy is a middle-grade fiction book about a charming puppy named Lucky who wins friends at King Street Kennel. While the story explores themes of friendship and animals, it also introduces a suspenseful element with Lucky’s hidden secret. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers an engaging read without intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

128 pages
ISBN
9780330369398
Pages
128
Publisher
Scholastic
Published
May 30, 1998
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

AnimalsDogsAnimal Welfare