Rumor has it

Jane B. Mason

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Rumor has it

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jane B. Mason

Candy Apple

Reading Level 5 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Audrey is eager to befriend the new girl, Mailee, but isn't sure if the feeling is mutual. To uncover the truth, she creates a secret slam book where classmates share their thoughts anonymously, sparking excitement and curiosity throughout sixth grade. As the gossip spreads, Audrey must decide if discovering everyone's secrets is worth the trouble it brings.

Themes

FriendshipGossipMiddle school studentsJuvenile fiction

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5 book with gentle content intensity. Content themes include friendship. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Content Flags

Friendship
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
2
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

142 pages
26,046 words
2h 54m read-aloud
ISBN
9780545166768
Pages
142
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
2010
Type
Fiction
Word Count
26,046
Read-Aloud
~2h 54m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

GossipFriendshipMiddle School Students