Cover of Karen's haircut

Karen's haircut

by Ann M. Martin

Baby-Sitters Little Sister

Reading Level 3 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Feeling unhappy with her glasses and prominent front teeth, Karen hopes a new haircut will boost her confidence. However, a mishap at the salon leaves her facing unexpected challenges at school. Through this experience, Karen learns about self-acceptance and the true meaning of beauty.

Representation & Themes

FriendshipComing of AgeFamilySocial Issues

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Emotional: Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
0590426702
Pages
102
Publisher
Scholastic Paperbacks
Published
May 1990
Type
Fiction
Word Count
10,628

Genres

Beauty, Personal

Subjects

Social Issues - GeneralFictionChildren's 9-12 - Fiction - GeneralChildren: Grades 1-2Social Situations - GeneralBeauty, PersonalHair and hairdressingHairdressingHairJuvenile fictionChildren's fictionGirls, fictionBabysitters, fictionHair, fiction