The bad kid
Sarah Lariviere
The bad kid
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Sarah Lariviere
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
Eleven-year-old Claudeline dreams of stepping into her mobster grandfather's shoes in Brooklyn's Sunset Park. To do so, she must outsmart a tricky scammer and mend the bond with her loyal partner, Fingerless Brett. Together, they navigate friendship and mysteries in a neighborhood full of surprises.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781481435819
- Pages
- 298
- Publisher
- Simon and Schuster
- Published
- 2016
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 59,604
- Read-Aloud
- ~6h 37m
- Text Density
- Standard