Tenney

Kellen Hertz

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Tenney

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kellen Hertz

Reading Level 4-5 9C 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Tenney isn't just any girl—she's a country music star in the making, with a voice that can light up every stage. But being famous isn't as easy as it sounds, especially when secrets from her past start to catch up. Can Tenney find her true song before the spotlight fades?

Themes

FriendshipComing of AgeFamilyMusicJuvenile Fiction

Quick Assessment

Tenney is a middle grade novel about a young girl navigating the challenges of budding fame in the world of country music, while dealing with personal secrets and growing up. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores themes of friendship, identity, and perseverance in a contemporary setting. The story contains no intense content, making it appropriate for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

172 pages
ISBN
9781338117554
Pages
172
Publisher
Scholastic Paperbacks
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

Genres

Country music

Subjects

SingersCountry MusicMusicFriendship

Places

Nashville (Tenn.)