What Katy Did at School

Susan Coolidge

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What Katy Did at School

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Susan Coolidge

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

Katy is convinced that boarding school will be the worst adventure ever — but she’s about to prove everyone wrong. With her sister Clover by her side, she turns new challenges into exciting discoveries. It’s not just school; it’s a place where courage and friendship change everything.

Themes

FamilyFriendshipComing of AgeSchoolsSistersBoarding Schools

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Katy and her sister Clover as they adjust to life at boarding school, learning to navigate new friendships and personal growth. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of independence and family bonds in an accessible and gentle way without intense conflict or mature content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

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
2
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

122 pages
ISBN
9781461047933
Pages
122
Publisher
CreateSpace
Published
2011
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SchoolsSistersBoarding Schools