The Cat Ate My Gymsuit
A Novel
by Paula Danziger
Reading Level 3-4 Mild (Lvl 2)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 3rd 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
A shy junior high girl finds her voice when her favorite unconventional teacher is suddenly fired. With courage she never knew she had, she stands up to fight for what she believes is right. Along the way, she discovers confidence and the power of friendship.
Representation & Themes
Coming of AgeFriendshipFamilySocial Justice
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — Mild Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery Emotional: Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0440416124
- Pages
- 149
- Publisher
- Yearling
- Published
- 1980-12
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 25,993
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Pledge of AllegiancePTAChildren’s Middle Grade BooksSchoolsTeachersFictionschool storiesJuvenile worksjuvenile fictionTeenage fictionteen fictionSchools, fictionTeachers, fictionChildren's fictionBehavior, fictionLarge type booksFamilyParentsCats, fictionAdolescence, fictionSelf-esteem, fiction
People
Marcy LewisBarbara FinneyMartin LewisLily Lewis