Itch
by Michelle D. Kwasney
Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
When Itch moves to Ohio after losing her grandpa, she struggles to fit in until she befriends the dazzling Gwendolyn. Beneath Gwendolyn's sparkling exterior lies a painful secret, and Itch must find the bravery to face the truth. This heartfelt story explores friendship, family bonds, and standing up for what's right during a challenging time.
Representation & Themes
FriendshipFamilySocial Issues - Physical & Emotional AbuseComing of AgeHistorical
For Parents
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
Emotional: Physical & Emotional Abuse Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Physical/Safety: Mild Peril Emotional: Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 9780805080834
- Pages
- 256
- Published
- April 29, 2008
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 49,746
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Girls & WomenSocial Issues - FriendshipSocial Issues - Physical & Emotional AbuseJuvenile Fiction / Social Situations / FriendshipJuvenile FictionChildren's Books - Young Adult FictionChildren: Young Adult (Gr. 7-9)