The bad apple

T. R. Burns

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The bad apple

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by T. R. Burns

Merits of Mischief

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

This lively collection of poems explores a wide range of topics, from the everyday wonders of nature to complex social issues around the world. With humor and heart, the verses invite readers to see meaning in unexpected places and reflect on diverse experiences. Each poem offers a fresh perspective on life’s challenges and surprises.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include social issues, cultural conflict, identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Social Issues Cultural Conflict Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

354 pages
59,733 words
6h 38m read-aloud
ISBN
9781442440296
Pages
354
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
2012
Type
Fiction
Word Count
59,733
Lexile
720L
Read-Aloud
~6h 38m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Humorous StoriesSocial IssuesNew ExperienceTricksAction & AdventureBehaviorBoarding SchoolsSchoolsHuman Behavior