Singin Sidesaddle
Bonnie Bryant
Singin Sidesaddle
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Bonnie Bryant
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 gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Here's a secret: Stevie Lake is about to become the most unexpected sidesaddle rider Pine Hollow has ever seen. With pink lace and frills everywhere, she's ready to take on Tiffani, the new rider, in a showdown like no other—but that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction centers on Stevie Lake, a determined girl who enters a friendly rivalry at Pine Hollow Stables by learning to ride sidesaddle to outshine a new competitor. The story explores themes of friendship, competition, and self-expression, appropriate for ages 9-12. There is light conflict around rivalry and personal growth, but no intense or mature content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781885430144
- Pages
- 115
- Publisher
- Skylark
- Published
- December 1997
- Type
- Fiction