What reading level is Big Mouth & Ugly Girl?

Big Mouth & Ugly Girl by Joyce Carol Oates is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Big Mouth & Ugly Girl appropriate for?

Big Mouth & Ugly Girl is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Bullying, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is Big Mouth & Ugly Girl?

Big Mouth & Ugly Girl is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Big Mouth & Ugly Girl have any content warnings?

Big Mouth & Ugly Girl has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Bullying, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Big Mouth & Ugly Girl?

Big Mouth & Ugly Girl by Joyce Carol Oates is 266 pages.

Big Mouth & Ugly Girl

Joyce Carol Oates

Big Mouth & Ugly Girl

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Joyce Carol Oates

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

Big Mouth never planned to stir up trouble, but suddenly everyone thinks she’s the biggest liar in school. Ugly Girl made one mistake that changed everything—could telling the truth actually make things worse? This is a story about how words can build or break friendships, and why being honest matters more than ever.

Themes

FriendshipSchoolsComing of Age Social Justice

Quick Assessment

Big Mouth & Ugly Girl explores the challenges of middle school friendships and the consequences of misunderstandings. Suitable for ages 9-12, this novel deals with themes of honesty, trust, and social dynamics in a school setting. Parents should note that the story includes conflicts arising from miscommunication but is appropriate for middle-grade readers.