PS Brothers

Maribeth Boelts

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PS Brothers

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Maribeth Boelts

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

What if two best friends found a way to help every dog in their neighborhood get the perfect backyard? Imagine the challenges, the laughs, and the surprises as they team up with just one pooper scooper to make doggy dreams come true. But what happens when bullies try to spoil their plan?

Themes

FriendshipDogsBullyingFamily

Quick Assessment

PS Brothers is a middle-grade fiction book about friendship, responsibility, and standing up to bullies. It follows two boys who work together to improve their community by caring for dogs, offering positive messages for children ages 9-12. The story includes themes of teamwork, empathy, and overcoming challenges in a relatable, age-appropriate way.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
9780547577173
Pages
144
Publisher
Clarion Books
Published
2011
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

DogsBulliesBoys