Putting up with Sherwood
Ellen Matthews
Putting up with Sherwood
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Ellen Matthews
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
The sharp squeak of sneakers echoes down the school hall as Diane watches her best friend walk away to a new private school. The smell of chalk dust and old books fills the classroom where she’s suddenly stuck tutoring the class dummy. Now, with everything changing, Diane wonders if she can hold onto her friendships and find her own place.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction explores the challenges of friendship and change as Diane copes with her best friend transferring to a private school and the unexpected responsibility of tutoring a struggling classmate. Suitable for ages 9-12, it sensitively addresses themes of social adjustment and self-discovery in a school setting. Parents should know the story includes mild emotional ups and downs typical of pre-teen experiences.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0664326722
- Pages
- 137
- Publisher
- Westminster John Knox Press
- Published
- 1980
- Type
- Fiction