The skin I'm in

Sharon G. Flake

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The skin I'm in

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sharon G. Flake

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 11+ Balanced Read
Coretta Scott King Award

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Maleeka feels out of place because of her very dark skin, but when a new teacher with a noticeable birthmark arrives, she begins to see herself in a new light. Through their connection, Maleeka learns to embrace her unique beauty and gains confidence in who she truly is.

Themes

African AmericansSelf-esteemTeachersSchoolsComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include identity & self-discovery, bullying. Written for readers ages 11+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Identity & Self-Discovery Bullying
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

171 pages
30,782 words
3h 25m read-aloud
ISBN
0786804440
Pages
171
Publisher
Jump At The Sun
Published
1998
Type
Fiction
Word Count
30,782
Read-Aloud
~3h 25m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

African AmericansSelf-esteemTeachersSchools