With Friends Like That (Canby Hall No 11)
Emily Chase
With Friends Like That (Canby Hall No 11)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Emily Chase
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
What would you do if your favorite hangout spot was about to disappear? Dana, Faith, and Shelley aren't just going to sit quietly—they're planning a bold protest to save Canby Hall. But will their daring ideas be enough to keep this special place from being sold?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade book follows three friends who band together to save their cherished community space, Canby Hall, from being sold. It explores themes of friendship, activism, and problem-solving in a school and community setting, suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. The story contains light social themes around community engagement but no intense content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LS — Light — SocialLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780590408691
- Pages
- 196
- Publisher
- Scholastic
- Published
- March 1985
- Type
- Fiction