Tommy stands tall

Gloria Velásquez

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Tommy stands tall

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gloria Velásquez

Reading Level 4-5 Unrated Ages 9-12

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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

A senior now at Roosevelt High School, Tommy learns that a new student is beaten badly amid rumors that he is gay, so Tommy helps form a Gay Straight Alliance Club to raise awareness and seek equality for gay students.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Theme Richness
1
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
4

Details

Book Length

118 pages
ISBN
9781558857780
Pages
118
Publisher
Roosevelt High School (Paperba
Published
2013
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

HomosexualityGay-straight Alliances in SchoolsTolerationSexual OrientationFamily LifeHispanic Americans

Places

California