Supernova (Star Power (Simon & Schuster))

Cathy Hapka

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Supernova (Star Power (Simon & Schuster))

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cathy Hapka

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

The roar of the crowd fills the air, lights flashing as Star Calloway takes the stage. But behind the glitter and music, a quiet hope lingers—her family has been missing for two whole years. Can Star's song reach beyond the spotlight to bring them back?

Themes

FamilyPerforming ArtsAbandonmentFriendshipComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows 14-year-old pop star Star Calloway as she balances her fame with a heartfelt search for her missing family. Suitable for ages 9-12, it touches on themes of family, abandonment, and the pressures of performing arts, offering emotional depth without graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Loss & Grief Abandonment
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

136 pages
ISBN
9781417628445
Pages
136
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
May 2004
Type
Fiction

Subjects

FamilyParentsPerforming ArtsSocial IssuesAbandonmentSocial Situations