Stage fright on a summer night
Mary Pope Osborne
Stage fright on a summer night
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Mary Pope Osborne
Stepping Stone; Magic Tree House
The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Jack and Annie embark on a magical journey to Elizabethan London, stepping into the world of Shakespeare's play as they join a lively theatrical troupe. Amidst the excitement of the stage, they set out to save a gentle bear, discovering adventure and friendship under the summer night sky.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 3-4 book with gentle content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 5-8.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
8/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0375806113
- Pages
- 70
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
- Published
- 2002
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 6,219
- Lexile
- 560L
- Read-Aloud
- ~41 min
- Text Density
- Light Text