What reading level is Alice-No-Nails?

Alice-No-Nails by W.J. DeGraw is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Alice-No-Nails appropriate for?

Alice-No-Nails is recommended for Ages 13+. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

Does Alice-No-Nails have any content warnings?

Alice-No-Nails has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Alice-No-Nails?

Alice-No-Nails by W.J. DeGraw is 128 pages.

Alice-No-Nails

W.J. DeGraw

Alice-No-Nails

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by W.J. DeGraw

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Bettypaw stumbles across a tiny kitten in the tall grass—no claws on her front paws! As Alicepaw grows, the other kittens tease her with the name Alice-No-Nails. But when a sudden crisis hits the Paw Clan, Alicepaw’s unique paws might be exactly what they need—what will happen next?

Themes

Friendship Coming of Age Family Adventure

Quick Assessment

Alice-No-Nails tells the story of a clawless kitten named Alicepaw who faces teasing and challenges within her clan. This middle-grade fiction explores themes of difference, acceptance, and courage in the face of adversity. Suitable for children ages 9-12, it offers a gentle look at overcoming bullying and finding one’s place in a community.