Texting 1, 2, 3
Rachel Wise
Texting 1, 2, 3
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Rachel Wise
Dear Know-It-All
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
Samantha and Michael think texting is just a harmless pastime until a serious car accident involving Michael's brother changes their perspective. Suddenly, their school newspaper assignment about texting gains new urgency as they explore the real dangers behind distracted driving. Together, they discover that what seemed like a simple topic holds life-saving importance.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, distracted driving. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781442475199
- Pages
- 145
- Publisher
- Simon and Schuster
- Published
- 2013
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 25,555
- Read-Aloud
- ~2h 50m
- Text Density
- Standard