What reading level is All the Small Wonderful Things?

All the Small Wonderful Things by Kate Foster is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is All the Small Wonderful Things appropriate for?

All the Small Wonderful Things is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is All the Small Wonderful Things?

All the Small Wonderful Things is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does All the Small Wonderful Things have any content warnings?

All the Small Wonderful Things has a HootRating of 11LE (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 All the Small Wonderful Things?

All the Small Wonderful Things by Kate Foster is 240 pages.

All the Small Wonderful Things

Kate Foster

All the Small Wonderful Things

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kate Foster

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Alex is on a mission: he believes winning a dog show trophy will finally earn him a true friend. But when the big day arrives, everything doesn’t go as planned—and Alex learns that friendship means so much more than winning. This surprising story shows why being yourself is the real prize.

Themes

Neurodivergent Characters Friendship Coming of AgeAnimalsSchool Life

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Alex, an autistic boy navigating the challenges of starting middle school and seeking friendship through his love of dogs. It sensitively explores themes of neurodiversity, social skills, and self-acceptance without heavy content, making it appropriate for ages 9 to 12. Parents should know it offers positive representation and encourages empathy and understanding.