Stand in the wind

Jean Little

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Stand in the wind

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jean Little

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

When two pairs of sisters, strangers to each other, share a summer at a beach cottage without their parents, unexpected discoveries bring them closer together. As they navigate new friendships and personal secrets, one revelation changes how they see each other and themselves. This tale of summer adventures and sisterhood explores identity and connection in surprising ways.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

243 pages
48,434 words
5h 23m read-aloud
ISBN
9780143167600
Pages
243
Publisher
Penguin
Published
2008
Type
Fiction
Word Count
48,434
Read-Aloud
~5h 23m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

SistersSummerIdentitySœursRomans, Nouvelles, Etc. Pour La JeunesseÉtéIdentité