Flirt Club
by Cathleen Daly
Macmillan + ORM 2011
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 4.7 (4th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- first crushes
- self-discovery
- identity
- confidence
- humor
- girl empowerment
- middle school life
About this book
When two theater-loving middle schoolers, Isabelle and Annie, strike out at romance, they launch Flirt Club—an after-school experiment to decode the mysteries of crushes and confidence. Told through passed notes, diary entries, and emails, the story captures the awkward, funny, and heartfelt side of figuring out who you are. Readers will enjoy the quick, chatty format and the genuine friendship at the center of it all. Perfect for tweens navigating first crushes, new friendships, and the drama of middle school.
Setting: contemporary suburban middle school
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Flirt Club right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Flirt Club. The reading level is AR 4.7, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 11+ (6th grade and up). Themes include friendship, first crushes, self-discovery.
How long does it take to read Flirt Club?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Flirt Club takes around 5.8h to finish. The book has 52,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Flirt Club have an AR quiz?
Yes — Flirt Club has an AR quiz available, worth 8 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Flirt Club?
Flirt Club has an AR reading level of 4.7, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.