What reading level is Truly Terrible Mistake?

Truly Terrible Mistake by Chrissie Perry is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Truly Terrible Mistake appropriate for?

Truly Terrible Mistake is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9C (Clear).

What genre is Truly Terrible Mistake?

Truly Terrible Mistake is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Truly Terrible Mistake have any content warnings?

Truly Terrible Mistake has a HootRating of 9C (Clear). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Truly Terrible Mistake?

Truly Terrible Mistake by Chrissie Perry is 144 pages.

Truly Terrible Mistake

Chrissie Perry

Truly Terrible Mistake

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Chrissie Perry

Reading Level 4-5 9C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

What if one little mistake could change everything? Penelope Kingston has always been perfect—until now, when she gets a truly terrible grade! Can she fix it and still manage drama class, especially with the naughtiest girl in school watching her every move?

Themes

Friendship FamilySchoolHumor

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Penelope Kingston as she navigates the challenges of maintaining her perfect grades after experiencing her first failure. With relatable school scenarios and gentle themes about perseverance and self-improvement, it's suitable for ages 9-12. The story handles typical school challenges in a lighthearted way without any concerning content.