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Dirty little secrets

by Cynthia Jaynes Omololu

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Unknown

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Lucy has been carrying a heavy secret about her mom's overwhelming hoarding that has turned their home into a chaotic mess. As she struggles to protect her family and navigate the shame that comes with it, Lucy's story reveals the powerful impact of hidden struggles on a young girl's life. This gripping tale invites readers to witness her courage and resilience in the face of an impossible situation.

Representation & Themes

FamilySecretsComing of AgeSelf-RelianceMental Health

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Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Compulsive Behavior Emotional: Family Change Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9780802786609
Publisher
Walker Childrens
Published
2010
Type
Fiction
Word Count
61,557

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Secrets -- FictionCompulsive behavior -- FictionMothers and daughters -- FictionDeath -- FictionSelf-reliance -- FictionHigh schools -- FictionSchools -- FictionCompulsive behaviorDeathSecretsFictionHigh schoolsSchoolsMothers and daughtersSelf-reliance