Pete Milano's guide to being a movie star
Tom Greenwald
Pete Milano's guide to being a movie star
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Charlie Joe Jackson Book
by Tom Greenwald
Illustrated by Roher, Rebecca, illustrator
The text is written at a 6th 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
What if your silly jokes and pranks suddenly landed you a real movie audition? Pete Milano, the ultimate class clown, finds himself caught between chasing his dream of stardom and keeping the friends who matter most. Can Pete make it big without losing everything he loves?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This humorous middle-grade novel follows Pete Milano, a mischievous boy whose antics earn him a chance at movie stardom. As Pete navigates auditions and friendships, the story explores themes of loyalty, growing up, and balancing dreams with relationships. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers lighthearted entertainment with some emotional moments around friendship dynamics.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781626721678
- Pages
- 249
- Publisher
- Macmillan
- Published
- 2016
- Type
- Fiction