School Stinks!
Frank O'Keeffe
School Stinks!
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Frank O'Keeffe
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
Robbie, Mona, and Spider are shocked to learn their school might close after the mill shuts down, so they hatch a daring plan to save it. Their adventure takes them all the way to Calgary, where they sneak into a big corporation and meet a quirky millionaire with a knack for Tarot cards. Along the way, they discover courage, friendship, and the power of standing up for what matters most.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 077367294X
- Pages
- 132
- Publisher
- Fitzhenry & Whiteside
- Published
- February 1, 1991
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 34,280
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 49m
- Text Density
- Dense