When bad things happen to bad people
Cynthia Voigt
When bad things happen to bad people
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Cynthia Voigt
The text is written at a 5th 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
Mikey and Margalo start their freshman year determined to navigate the ups and downs of high school life. When they uncover cheating and theft linked to their tennis team, they must find clever ways to stand up for fairness and friendship. Their journey shows how courage and teamwork can make a difference in challenging times.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include bullying, mild peril. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
6/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0689824742
- Pages
- 456
- Publisher
- Simon and Schuster
- Published
- 2006
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 99,764
- Lexile
- 810L
- Read-Aloud
- ~11h 5m
- Text Density
- Standard