Putting on an act

Christi Killien

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Putting on an act

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Christi Killien

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 a new kid in town discovered a secret you've been hiding? Imagine writing letters to a pen pal, only to have them move right into your neighborhood. Suddenly, everything you thought was safe is at risk, and your friendships and crush might never be the same.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores complex interpersonal relationships as a young girl navigates the consequences of a lie revealed by a pen pal moving to her town. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story encourages readers to think about honesty, friendship, and trust. There is no intense content, making it appropriate for its target audience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

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

3/10

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

155 pages
ISBN
0395410274
Pages
155
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Published
1986
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Interpersonal RelationsFriendship