The Bully (Cascades)

Jan Needle

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The Bully (Cascades)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jan Needle

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if the person everyone fears at school suddenly finds themselves in trouble? Imagine being the bully one day and the target the next. How would you handle the switch—and what secrets would come to light?

Themes

BullyingIdentity & Self-DiscoveryFriendshipLife Skills & Personal Awareness

Quick Assessment

This novel explores the complex dynamics of bullying by telling the story of a bully who becomes a victim. Suitable for readers aged 13 to 18, it offers valuable insights into empathy, personal awareness, and social relationships. The content thoughtfully addresses themes relevant to adolescents without graphic depictions, making it appropriate for young teens navigating social challenges.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Light
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

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

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
6
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

136 pages
ISBN
9780003303193
Pages
136
Publisher
HarperCollins UK
Published
April 15, 1997
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

English Language ReadersLife Skills & Personal Awareness, General StudiesFor National Curriculum Key Stage 3English